adidas Germany Third Jersey: a black and gold Farewell to 72 years Together

Some partnerships feel like they were always there. Germany and adidas is one of them.

It began in 1954. It officially ends on 31 December 2026. From 2027, Nike takes over as Germany's technical supplier, and the Three Stripes step away after 72 years.

So the final adidas kit was never going to be an ordinary release. The new Germany Third jersey is black, gold and full of heritage, and it is coming soon to Ultra Football.

72 Years of Germany and adidas

For generations of football fans, this was a pairing that simply existed. Germany in adidas felt as natural as the national anthem before kick-off. The idea that it might end seemed unlikely for most of those 72 years.

Now the end date is fixed. The final chapter is being played out kit by kit, and this jersey is the one adidas has chosen to mark it.

There is one caveat. Football has a habit of surprising everyone, and the two could yet reunite further down the line. That is why this is best described as the final adidas Germany kit for now, rather than the last one ever.

Black, Gold and Heritage: Behind the Design

adidas has resisted the urge to overcomplicate things. Instead, it has delivered a jersey that feels dignified, understated and unmistakably premium.

A predominantly black base sets the tone. Elegant gold diamond pinstripes run vertically down the front, giving the jersey a refined look that rewards a closer inspection.

The details tell the story.

• The Trefoil: the heritage Trefoil sits on the right chest, rendered in crisp white.
• The crest: the classic DFB crest used between 1978 and 1996 appears in white on the chest, a deliberate nod to the past.
• The collar: a crossover V-neck brings in a retro touch, finished in white and gold.
• The cuffs: the same white and gold detailing carries through to the sleeve cuffs.
• The jock tag: a commemorative "1954" tag on the hem marks the year the partnership began.

Black does the calming. Gold does the talking.

Shop adidas Germany collection at Ultra Football.

A Debut Worth Remembering

The jersey made its first appearance in Germany's Nations League match against the Netherlands. The game was also Jurgen Klopp's first in charge as Germany manager.

A routine fixture became something bigger. A new manager, a new era and a farewell kit, all on the same night.

Why This Germany Jersey Matters

A farewell kit has to get the balance right. Lean too far into nostalgia and it feels like a costume. Chase trends and it loses the point.

This one avoids both. It is respectful of the past without being trapped by it, and it looks good enough to wear well beyond the occasion.

For long-time Germany fans, it is a way to hold on to a partnership that defined the national team for decades. For adidas collectors, the 1954 jock tag and the retro crest make it a clear keeper. And for anyone who loves a dark, premium kit, black and gold is hard to ignore.

Come 2027, seeing Germany in a Swoosh rather than the Three Stripes will take some getting used to. Until then, this is the farewell.

One Last Time

Black. Gold. The Trefoil. The old crest. 1954. A final farewell that looks every bit as good as the memories behind it.

This jersey will be available very soon at Ultra Football. Stay tuned.

FAQs

When does the adidas Germany third jersey release in Australia?

The jersey is coming soon to Ultra Football. Stay tuned.

What does the adidas Germany third jersey look like?

It has a predominantly black base with gold diamond pinstripes running vertically down the front. The Trefoil and the classic DFB crest are in white on the chest, and the crossover V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs have white and gold detailing.

Why is the Germany jersey special?

It is the final adidas kit for Germany before Nike takes over as technical supplier in 2027. The partnership began in 1954 and officially ends on 31 December 2026.

Is this the last adidas Germany jersey?

It is the final kit before Nike takes over in 2027, though the two brands could yet reunite in the future. The partnership officially ends on 31 December 2026.

Where can I buy the adidas Germany third jersey in Australia?

The jersey is coming soon to Ultra Football online and in-store, subject to final release information and stock availability.