Nike to revive 1996 jacket design for 2026/27 season

Nike is set to revive its legendary 1996 jacket design for its Elite Teams collection during the 2026/27 season. The leaked “i96” retro anthem jackets feature distinctive design elements, including a wide horizontal stripe across the chest and two horizontal stripes on the left sleeve.

These jackets will be released as part of the third kit collections for various major football clubs. Leaked details include specific designs for Chelsea, FC Barcelona, and Atlético Madrid, all of which will utilize the authentic 1996 design language to appeal to long-time fans and collectors.