STRIKING FOOTBALL SHIRTS

Football Manager fans often have compelling reasons for choosing the club they want to lead.

Whether they are lifelong supporters, drawn to a significant challenge, or eager to achieve quick success, every career choice in Football Manager has meaning. For many, the visual aspect is essential, as team colors and kits are constantly reflected in your game.

Why settle for dull team kits when you can choose football teams wearing dazzling kits?

After all, you’ll invest hours into this game, so make it visually enjoyable!

To help you find the perfect match for your senses, we’ve curated a short list of clubs with striking colors and unique designs to make your FM career game a feast for the eyes.

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FLUMINENSE FC

Brazil | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A

Fluminense’s traditional home kit features a distinctive combination of three colors: burgundy, white, and green, arranged in vertical stripes. Since its introduction in 1902, the club has earned the fitting nickname “Tricolor.” This striking color combination is rarely seen in football, giving Fluminense FC a unique appearance. Throughout its 123-year history, the club has achieved significant success; however, it has won the Serie A championship only four times. If you choose to embark on a career game in Football Manager with this iconic shirt, you’ll face a considerable challenge in the Brazilian Serie A!

CA RIVER PLATE

Argentina | Primera División

River Plate, established on May 25, 1901, proudly plays its home matches at the iconic Estadio Más Monumental in Buenos Aires. For its first three years, the club donned a classic all-white shirt. In 1904, a transformation occurred with the introduction of a striking new design, creating an emblematic kit that fans cherish to this day. This distinctive style, featuring a diagonal red band from the left shoulder to the bottom right, not only sets River Plate apart but also resonates with football lovers worldwide, creating a connection to other clubs like Rayo Vallecano in Spain that share a similar aesthetic.

INTER MIAMI CF

USA | Major League Soccer

Inter Miami FC, founded in 2018, is an exciting young professional football club based in Miami, Florida. The team plays its home games at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The stadium is oriented north-south for soccer, ensuring that the sun does not shine directly in the goalie’s eyes. That’s good thinking!

The shirt design is also impressive. The pink shirt’s logo pays homage to the city’s Art Deco architectural tradition. It showcases two large white herons forming the letter “M.” Between the herons is an eclipse with a sun that has seven rays, a tribute to David Beckham, the club’s owner, who often wore number 7 as a player.

The striking pink kit, accented by black, perfectly reflects the club’s young, vibrant spirit. With Beckham as the owner and Lionel Messi as their current star player, the club is making a significant impact on and off the pitch.

Their nickname? “The Pinks”.....

PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN

France | Ligue 1

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), established in 1970, stands as a powerhouse in French football, boasting the highest number of national titles. The PSG jersey is more than just a football shirt; it’s iconic, distinguished by its unique color scheme and design. The striking vertical red stripe down the center is a bold statement inspired by Ajax Amsterdam’s historic shirt from 60 years prior. Showcasing a legacy of tradition and style that few can match.

GIRONA FC

Spain | La Liga

After achieving their best-ever ranking in La Liga, finishing 3rd in 2024, Girona FC has opted for a new shirt to enhance their performance in both La Liga and the Champions League. The design of the Girona FC shirt is innovative and rich in history and symbolism. It features the club’s traditional red and white colors, complemented by a wavy, repeating pattern representing the water flowing through the city’s rivers.

HSV

Germany | 2. Bundesliga

Hamburger Sport Verein (HSV), founded in 1919 through the merger of three clubs, boasts a rich heritage. The choice of red and white as their colors reflects the city colors of Hamburg and symbolizes unity and pride. Unlike many modern clubs, the team’s striking blue and black logo sets them apart, making a bold statement on every jersey over the years. This iconic emblem is a testament to the club’s legacy and tradition, celebrating 105 years of football.

NEC NIJMEGEN

The Netherlands | Eredivisie

For decades, NEC’s red, green, and black shirt has been labeled as “the ugliest shirt in Dutch football.” The distinctive horizontal stripe, often criticized, was only embraced by the club’s loyal fans. Following its founding in 1900, NEC’s board sought to distance itself from this controversial design, replacing it with various new shirts from 1960 to 2015. However, since 2016, NEC has triumphantly returned to the iconic shirt with the horizontal bar. This bold choice honors the club’s heritage and makes NEC genuinely unique, as this design is unmatched in Dutch football.

UC SAMPDORIA

Italy | Serie B

Sampdoria, founded in 1946 through the merger of two historic clubs—Sampierdarenese and Andrea Doria—has a rich legacy that dates back to the 1890s. This unique heritage is reflected in the team’s name and colors.

The Sampdoria football shirt is striking blue and adorned with a bold white, black, and red stripe across the chest. It proudly showcases the St. George’s cross, a nod to the Republic of Genoa. The design also features waves at the top, symbolizing the beautiful Ligurian Sea that surrounds the region.

Moreover, Sampdoria plays in the iconic Stadio Luigi Ferraris, sharing this historic venue with local rival Genoa CFC. As one of the oldest football stadiums in the world, it represents a significant part of football history.

While the club may not have reached the heights of success in Italian football over the past 30 years, its shirt and the passion of its supporters resonate far beyond the pitch, making Sampdoria a beloved symbol in the world of Football.

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