The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in June—and excitement amongst soccer fans is already at a high.
For the first time in its history, the soccer tournament will be jointly hosted by 16 different cities (including 11 here in the U.S., as well as three in Mexico and two in Canada)—marking the first time FIFA has ever been hosted by three nations, with 48 competing teams. To continue the momentum today, the U.S. men’s soccer team has also unveiled its official World Cup uniforms, and Vogue has an exclusive closer look at the jerseys.
Designed in collaboration with Nike, the official soccer team kit features two distinct jerseys that center around a patriotic stars-and-stripes design. Bespoke jacquard stars are featured on the darker kits, while gradient stripes appear on the lighter kits. (There is also a special goalkeeper kit as well.) “This kit symbolizes the unity of our entire system,” said Oguchi Onyewu, assistant sporting director of U.S. Soccer, in a release. “It carries the pride of a nation and the honor of representing the United States on the world’s biggest stage.”
The kit color palette balances hues of red and blue, including navy and deep obsidian. All of the jerseys are made with Nike’s special “Dri Fit ADV” technology, for maximum breathability and performance on the field. Nike worked closely with the U.S. men’s soccer players throughout the design process, making sure to incorporate various practical elements that make the jerseys built for performance. (Players provided feedback on everything from fabric weight to seam placement.) "We wanted something we could coexist with, and that would express who we are as a team,” says Tyler Adams, a midfielder for the U.S. men’s national team.
The uniforms will be first worn on the field on June 23, when team USA faces off against Paraguay in the Men’s World Cup, at the Los Angeles Stadium. After, they will be worn across all levels of competition amongst the U.S. Soccer Team’s 27 different national teams. But even if you’re not a World Cup-worthy athlete, fan can wear the pieces too: The jerseys are now available for fans to purchase at Nike and the official U.S. soccer store.
Two styles are currently available to buy. The authentic match jersey features the same high-performance technology worn by the players on the field, while the “stadium jersey” style offers a more relaxed fit and accessible price point. “I think between both kits there is something for everybody,” said Ronnie J. Stewart, global product director for Nike. “If you want to be loud and proud and represent the crest, no one’s going to doubt who you’re there for in the light kit. If you’re looking for that lifestyle look that works off the pitch, the dark is for you.” You may not be able to be a pro FIFA-worthy soccer player, but you can certainly look the part.
Later in the spring, a second collaboration between Nike and the U.S. soccer team will also be released, offering a more streetwear-inspired slant.
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