Insane 48 Hours: Atletico Could Return to Old Crest
Update: Atlético is currently on a whirlwind: the club could reverse to the old version of their crest in just two days time.
The Atlético de Madrid Social Commission has decided to call a referendum among the club's members to see if they want to return to the previous version of the team's badge, a modification that caused disgust and anger by the supporters.
Now, Atleti has announced that there will be a referendum on June 24 and 25. This is the official statement:
"The Social Commission, meeting at the Cívitas Metropolitano on Thursday, June 22, asked the club to carry out an immediate consultation among our members on the advisability of returning to the previous emblem, which the club has promised to carry out this weekend."
The club adds:"We must rigorously assess the situation and assess how many fans consider it appropriate. If this is the case, you can manifest it through an online query, which will be active without interruption, from Saturday, June 24 at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, June 25 at 6:00 p.m., and in which members who were registered before 1:00 p.m. may participate."
If, on the contrary, the fans are satisfied with the current situation or consider that it is not relevant or convenient to propose a new shield change at this time, they do not need to do anything.
Original (Jan 2022): Atlético Madrid president Gil Marín will meet with a delegation of fans tomorrow to discuss reverting to the previous version of the club crest.
Atlético Madrid to Revert to Old Crest?
Atlético Madrid could be about to ditch their current crest in favour of the previous version. According to Spanish journalist @JaviGomezCh, club president Gil Marín will meet with the "Comisión Social" tomorrow to discuss the matter. The "Comisión Social" is made up of ten representatives from various Atlético supporters clubs who act as the fans' voice in official club business, meeting periodically with board members to have their say on aspects related to the identity and history of the club.
Many fans were unhappy with the new badge when it was introduced in 2017, as well as the lack of fan consultation on the matter. Almost six years later, there is still tension between some supporters and the club over the move, hence tomorrow's meeting.
Would you like to see Atlético listen to the fans and revert back to their old crest? Comment below.
Nike to Sell Long-Sleeve Besiktas Kits From 27-28 Season
Nike is set to introduce commercially available long-sleeve kits for Beşiktaş starting from the 27-28 season. Following the club's major switch from Adidas after 17 years, supporters will finally have direct access to official long-sleeve match jerseys at retail. Big thanks to @ertansuzgun & @Formaholic.
The timing aligns with significant milestone celebrations in Istanbul, as Nike is also planning a special 125th-anniversary collection for Beşiktaş during the 27-28 campaign to mark the club's foundation in 1903. Rather than relying on base layers and compression undershirts, players and fans alike will see dedicated long-sleeve designs included in the lineup.
The development forms part of Nike's wider strategy to bring back commercial long-sleeve authentic shirts across its elite roster from 27-28 onwards. By expanding long-sleeve availability to Beşiktaş, Nike closes the gap on rivals like Adidas and provides the Black Eagles with full top-tier treatment under their new partnership.
Melbourne City 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
Puma and A-League club Melbourne City FC have officially unveiled their complete kit collection for the 26-27 campaign. Launched under the campaign tagline 'Made of City', the three-kit drop blends the club's signature identity with Melbourne street culture and club heritage.
The Melbourne City 26-27 home shirt stays true to tradition, centered around the iconic City Blue base. Drawing inspiration directly from the club badge, red and yellow trim accents decorate the collar and sleeve cuffs. Meanwhile, the away kit leans into nocturnal Melbourne fashion, pairing a deep plum jersey with an abstract zig-zag graphic and vibrant shimmer pink branding across all sponsor prints and the club crest.
Rounding out the lineup is the 26-27 third kit, which pays homage to the club's origins as Melbourne Heart. The shirt combines a crisp off-white base with red accents and incorporates a subtle heartbeat graphic emerging across the chest from behind the crest. A heart motif inside the collar completes the tribute. The new collection is available through Melbourne City's online store and Puma Australia.
AC Mestre 26-27 Third Kit Released
Italian Serie D club AC Mestre has officially unveiled its new third kit for the 26-27 campaign, manufactured once again by Japanese sportswear brand Mizuno. The new drop follows the earlier presentations of the club's home and away shirts, completing their kit lineup for the new season.
The Mizuno AC Mestre 26-27 third shirt introduces a sleek and stealthy design, dominated by a black base accented by vibrant orange details. Bright orange trim lines the V-neck collar and broad sleeve cuffs, while both the Mizuno Runbird logo and the AC Mestre crest are rendered in matching monochrome orange. A subtle jacquard pattern is also incorporated across the front fabric, adding depth to the understated look.
Black shorts and socks with orange detailing complete the full AC Mestre 26-27 third uniform.
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Adidas to Launch Arsenal 26-27 Spezial Collection
Adidas is expanding its terrace-rooted Spezial F.C. label to the Emirates, with a newly surfaced teaser confirming an upcoming Arsenal SPZL F.C. collection. Thanks to @IamCrisJ.
The teaser reveals the collaborative Arsenal SPZL F.C. insignia, presenting the club's heritage cannon emblem and "AFC" cannonballs in red set above a red-bordered box housing the Trefoil and "adidas SPEZIAL F.C." branding in gold. Following the blueprint established by previous SPZL F.C. club projects, the range will lean heavily into retro football culture, archival tailoring, and casual terrace style.
The upcoming Arsenal SPZL F.C. range will include bespoke footwear and lifestyle apparel, slated for release through ArsenalDirect, adidas, and select Spezial retailers.