France Potential Departure from Nike: Puma or Adidas Next?
France, the two-time FIFA World Cup champions, might be saying goodbye to Nike as their jersey manufacturer in 2026. Reports from L’Équipe suggest that both Adidas and Puma have expressed interest in taking over the prestigious role of outfitting the French national team.
Since 2011, France has been synonymous with Nike, following a lengthy partnership with Adidas from 1972 to 2010. The French Football Federation (FFF) appears optimistic about securing a lucrative deal with a new manufacturer, with the star power of players like Kylian Mbappé potentially swaying negotiations in their favour.
Already, excitement has grown around the leaked design of France’s Nike Euro 2024 jersey, boasting a simplistic yet captivating aesthetic. The predominantly blue jersey, including subtle white and red accents, marks a return to a more classic French badge design compared to previous years.
Excitement is high as France prepares for Euro 2024, where they find themselves in Group D alongside the Netherlands, Austria, and another yet-to-be-determined team. Following their heartbreak in the 2022 World Cup Final against Argentina, Les Bleus are eager to redeem themselves and go for European Championship glory.
