adidas has unveiled the new 2026/2027 South Africa (Bafana Bafana) home jersey, inspired by the unforgettable 2010 kit.
adidas also unveiled the new 2026/2027 South Africa (Banyana Banyana) home jersey.
The 2026/2027 home jersey retains the unmistakable yellow base with green trim, a colour palette synonymous with national pride. Elevated detailing and refined construction modernise the silhouette, delivering a performance-driven jersey built for the demands of Today’s global game.
The updated design pays tribute to South Africa’s 12 official languages – a powerful reflection of the nation’s diversity, unity, and shared love for football.
The subtle graphic elements woven into the fabric symbolise the many voices that rise together in stadiums across the country and around the world.
Tom Brown, Senior Marketing Director for adidas South Africa, notes, “The iconic adidas SAFA jersey of the 2010 World Cup had a distinctive reference to the diverse national languages of South Africa, represented by 11 small lines in the collar. This design is re-imaged for a proud new era, with a design pattern which proudly reflects the now 12 national languages on the national jersey”.
In two weeks, South Africans will see Banyana Banyana launch the kit on the opening day of the WAFCON 2026 tournament in Morocco. And in 100 days will see Bafana Bafana take on Mexico in the opening game of the FIFA 2026 World Cup.
The jersey has been developed to meet the demands of top-level football and incorporates adidas’ latest CLIMACOOL+ technology, using engineered stretch fabrics with 3D body mapping to improve ventilation, enhance breathability, and help keep players dry in high-intensity and high-temperature conditions. Perforated three-stripe panels and strategically placed mesh zones further improve airflow and comfort.
The authentic jersey also features a new lenticular heat-applied federation crest and adidas logo expression, a process that creates a unique shapeshifting appearance, adding a bold and innovative visual detail.
The away jersey design will be revealed on 19 March 2026 alongside other global adidas federations.
The 2026/2027 home jersey will be available at adidas stores, www.adidas.co.za, as well as selected wholesale partners from 20 March 2026.
