U.S. Soccer unveils new team kits ahead of FIFA World Cup
With the US co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico this summer_ U.S. Soccer has unveiled its 2026 national team kits with Nike_ which have been designed incorporating player feedback to represent “the team_s identity”.
For the first time_ the kit design unifies all U.S. Soccer National Teams under one full visual identity_ connecting players from youth teams through the senior teams_ including the U.S. Men_s National Team_ with a shared crest and design.
That team spirit and national pride can be seen through the design with the kit adorned with distinctly American motifs_ with two distinct jerseys_ a stars kit and a stripes kit_ alongside a dedicated goalkeeper kit_ which builds upon Nike_s “Hollywood Goalkeeper” concept introduced in December 2025_ which aims to “bring glamour back between the posts and celebrate the individuality of goalkeepers”.
Dave Wright_ chief commercial officer of U.S. Soccer_ said in a statement: “A National Team jersey represents the pride of wearing the crest_ not just for players on the field_ but also for the fans who support them every step of the way. “With the 2026 FIFA Men_s World Cup coming to the United States_ we_re excited to see players across all 27 of our National Teams and supporters across the country wearing this kit as we build toward an incredible moment for the game.”
U.S. Soccer and players worked with Nike to design the 2026 team kits
To ensure the players liked the kits_ unlike the U.S. Men_s National Team (USMNT) four years ago at the 2022 World Cup_ Nike worked closely with U.S. Soccer and players throughout the design process_ which began in the spring of 2023.
Through a series of design workshops and listening sessions_ USMNT players provided input on everything from fabric weight to seam placement_ as well as feedback on fit_ mobility and breathability_ to help Nike create jerseys built to perform in the high-intensity conditions expected during the summer World Cup. This has led to the match jerseys featuring Nike_s latest performance innovations_ including AeroFIT technology engineered for lightweight breathability_ mobility and comfort in all weather conditions.
The collection also introduces several design details unique to U.S. Soccer_ with each jersey featuring an “Inner Pride” mark inside the collar. This hidden detail has been designed to symbolise "the internal motivation players carry onto the field and reflects the federation_s “The Best of U.S.” ethos”.
In addition_ U.S. Soccer has also developed fully bespoke number and font typefaces_ the _Stars and Stripes_ fonts_ created exclusively for the federation and designed to appear across the new kits and for many more years to come.
Commenting on the design process_ Ronnie J. Stewart_ global product director for Nike_ said: "Our job is to translate or interpret insights into inspiration. We do that in a variety of ways_ but we start with the athletes. We tap heavy in the culture. And then we talk to the federations to ask them what they want to accomplish. It's a huge undertaking that we don't take lightly."
To make the collection accessible and affordable to all fans_ the jerseys are available in two versions. The authentic match jersey features the same high-performance technology worn by players on the field_ including Aero-FIT construction and a lightweight raised silicone crest. The stadium jersey offers a relaxed fit and embroidered crest at a more accessible price point.
Nike will also be adding a “streetwear-inspired edge” to the U.S. Soccer collection later in the spring_ which the global sportswear brand said will highlight “how soccer is permeating streetwear and youth culture across the US”.
