The home shirt, produced by hummel, is inspired by the club’s home kits from the 1986-88 seasons and sees the club crest displayed centrally. It also draws from the design of the new Keel Crossing bridge, which will connect the Stadium of Light with the city centre and which is due to open in time for the new season.
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The shirt will go on sale at 8am tomorrow online and at the club store, which will stage a special launch event where supporters will be able to have their photo taken with the Championship play-off trophy.
The new home kit will be worn for the first time at Tynecastle on Saturday when Sunderland take on Hearts in a pre-season friendly.
A club statement accompanying the release of the new shirt said: “The 2025-26 home shirt draws inspiration from the iconic 1986-88 design, marking a return to a centrally positioned crest for the first time since the 1990s.
“Modern detailing brings Wearside to life through the kit’s design. The white stripes feature a subtle vertical pattern inspired by the designs of the brand-new Keel Crossing bridge.
“The bridge’s outline also features at the nape of the neck, with the phrase ‘Connecting The City & Stadium’ printed on the inside collar. The kit speaks to the exciting future for our city and football club and how both are intimately connected.”