Nike unveils USA World Cup Jerseys for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The new USMNT kits feature bold stars and stripes designs that quickly went viral online.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 8:11pm

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The United States Soccer Federation and Nike unveiled the new USMNT kits for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring bold stars and stripes designs that quickly went viral online. The jerseys will be worn by the US men's national soccer team during the World Cup, which will be hosted in the US, Mexico, and Canada.

Why it matters

The unveiling of the new USMNT jerseys for the 2026 World Cup is a highly anticipated event, as the US team looks to make a strong showing on home soil. The jersey designs are meant to capture the patriotic spirit and swagger of the American team as they compete on the global stage.

The details

The home kit features sweeping red-and-white stripes that curve across the shirt like wind pushing through a flag, echoing the team's 2012 design but with a sharper, more cinematic look. The away kit takes a quieter approach, with a deep navy canvas dotted with subtle stars, designed to work both on and off the field.

  • The jerseys were unveiled on March 16, 2026.
  • The USMNT will wear the new jerseys in their first World Cup match on June 12, 2026 against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
  • The USMNT will wear the new jerseys in two international friendly matches on March 28 and April 1, 2026 against Belgium and Portugal respectively, as tune-up games before the World Cup.

The players

Ronnie J. Stewart

Nike global product director who commented on the new jersey designs.

Dave Wright

Chief commercial officer for U.S. Soccer, who spoke about the significance of the national team jersey representing the pride of the crest.

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What they’re saying

“I think between both kits there is something for everybody. If you want to be loud and proud and represent the crest, no one's going to doubt who you're there for in the light kit. If you're looking for that lifestyle look that works off the field, the dark is for you.”

— Ronnie J. Stewart, Nike global product director

“A national team jersey represents the pride of wearing the crest. Not just for players on the field, but for the fans who support them every step of the way.”

— Dave Wright, Chief commercial officer for U.S. Soccer

What’s next

The USMNT will wear the new jerseys in their first World Cup match on June 12, 2026 against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

The takeaway

The unveiling of the new USMNT jerseys for the 2026 World Cup is an exciting moment for American soccer fans, as the bold and patriotic designs aim to capture the team's spirit and swagger as they compete on home soil. The jerseys represent the pride of the national team and its supporters, and will be worn by the players as they look to make a strong showing in the global tournament.