City unveils rain themed kit

Manchester City unveils a rain themed third kit for 2025 26, drawing on the citys wet weather and sparking mixed reactions among fans.

City third kit splits opinion with rain inspired design

Manchester City has unveiled its 2025 26 third kit, a grey shirt with a raindrop motif and neon green accents made by Puma. The kit is priced from £65 for junior sizes up to £152 for an authentic replica with name and number. The club says the design nods to Manchester’s rainy identity and the idea of playing well in all conditions.

Reception on social media was mixed, with some supporters praising the bold look while others questioned its boldness or practicality. The controversy sits alongside a recent pattern of attention grabbing third kits and high profile collaborations, including past collaborations in the city’s merchandise line.

The rain motif is a clear bet on local identity, a branding move that aims to turn weather into a talking point and a selling point. In a market saturated with bold kit designs, the risk is that the design draws attention for the wrong reasons and hurts perceived value if fans see it as gimmick rather than tradition. Time will tell whether the neon accents translate into stronger merchandise sales or become a footnote in a year of eye catching kits that divide opinion.

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Fashion and football keep colliding in locker rooms and on the terraces