New in: Brazil jerseys

That’s right, the Brazilian national team’s new kits are now official. Practically all football fans are counting down the days until the major international tournaments kick off, and in the meantime, to make the wait a little more enjoyable, we’re bringing you a general look back at one of the all-time favourite kits. That of the national team with the most World Cup titles, the Brazilian national football team. A team with a history marked by thousands of unforgettable moments for the fans.

Brazil’s new 2020–21 home and away kits were officially unveiled today, paying homage to the iconic design of the 1970 World Cup. The 1970 World Cup saw a Brazilian manager astonish the world as he led his team to victory, and the new jersey are entirely inspired by those worn 50 years ago. The jersey numbers are also derived from the original styles, as is the design that reminds us of the legendary Pelé and his iconic number 10 on the back.

A star-studded super team boasting the explosive firepower of Pelé, Tostao, Gerson, Rivelino and Jairzinho has been one of the finest sides football fans have ever witnessed. Their attractive, elegant and entertaining style of play resembled a choreographed routine worthy of the finest ballet at the Bolshoi School. That World Cup was the first to be broadcast in colour, which is why the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) decided to dye the team’s kit a much brighter yellow than they were used to. It was a World Cup in which Pelé won his third World Cup title, having previously triumphed in Sweden in 1958 and Chile in 1962.

Gustavo Viana, Marketing Director at Nike Brazil, said publicly: “More than just winning the World Cup in Mexico, the 1970 Brazilian national team and their style of play mean so much more: the genius of that team still resonates on the pitch and in people’s minds. We are honouring the team that pioneered revolutionary ideas ahead of their time. With versatile players who collectively challenged their pre-established roles. A style of football that would become legendary, ‘Joga Bonito’ at its finest.”

However, as we’ve been saying, this jersey is the home kit; the away kit, on the other hand, sticks to the more traditional style with blue colours and green detailing. In terms of design, it also retains that classic look. From a technical standpoint, the jersey features the Vaporknit technology typical of Nike’s top-of-the-range jerseys, which, in addition to a superb fit, provides truly exceptional ventilation and a constant feeling of freshness.

The 2020 Brazil kits are the first to feature the football association’s new logo, unveiled in April 2019, which appears on the premium versions. They will be worn for the 2022 World Cup qualifiers and for next year’s Copa América. Brazil is ready to go for it; Neymar Jr, Coutinho, Arthur and Vinicius Jr are already determined to give their all and secure the coveted titles.