The new Chelsea home kit is out for 2026/27 - and the retro badge is a classy touch

Products & Kit The new Chelsea home kit is out for 2026/27 - and the retro badge is a classy touch Features By Joe Donnohue published 2 June 2026 Nike's new Chelsea home kit for 2026/27 is out - and there's a uniqueness to this year's release When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Nike have released the new Chelsea home kit for 2026/27 (Image credit: Nike/Chelsea) Copy link Facebook X Pinterest Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Chelsea's home kit for the 2026/27 campaign has dropped - and it's different from previous years, to say the least. First of all, the Blues have elected to go with a design which features a retro crest. The yellow lion is the club crest for this coming season, which gives it a lovely old-world feel. You may like The Manchester United home kit for 2026/27 is out - and everyone's saying the same thing The Arsenal home kit for 2026/27 is out - and it will look great with a gold patch The Liverpool home kit for 2026/27 has launched with an updated retro design The Chelsea home kit for 2026/27 is something a little different Xabi Alonso takes charge of the Blues in 2026/27 (Image credit: Getty Images)In previous seasons, Chelsea have gone for more of a training shirt aesthetic, but this time it looks like a proper matchday shirt. Unfortunately, the Blues won't be able to show off their new threads on the continent after finishing 10th in the Premier League last season. Buy the Chelsea home kit for 2026/27 Available now. Blue is the colour. Football is the game. View DealHowever, a strong first season under new boss Xabi Alonso could render this kit a much-loved one in years to come. Now, for the potentially controversial aspect. Chelsea's official club crest is interwoven into the fabric on the front of the shirt. Get the FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Some of you will love it, others not so much. We're of the opinion that it's a nice touch - something different from the usual big club kit releases where you can hardly tell what's changed from one year to the next. Chelsea's official press release reads: "The 2026/27 campaign is the 75th season since Ted Drake took over as Chelsea manager and reshaped the club’s identity. He replaced the Pensioners nickname with the Blues and the now-iconic lion symbol was introduced." What do you think? Leave your comments below… Image 1 of 6Chelsea's new home kit for 2026/27(Image credit: Nike/Chelsea)Chelsea's new home kit for 2026/27(Image credit: Nike/Chelsea)Chelsea's new home kit for 2026/27(Image credit: Nike/Chelsea)Chelsea's new home kit for 2026/27(Image credit: Nike/Chelsea)Chelsea's new home kit for 2026/27(Image credit: Nike/Chelsea)Chelsea's new home kit for 2026/27(Image credit: Nike/Chelsea) TOPICS Chelsea Premier League Joe DonnohueSocial Links NavigationSenior Digital WriterJoe joined FourFourTwo as senior digital writer in July 2025 after five years covering Leeds United in the Championship and Premier League. Joe's 'Mastermind' specialist subject is 2000s-era Newcastle United having had a season ticket at St. James' Park for 10 years before relocating to Leeds and later London. Joe takes a keen interest in youth football, covering PL2, U21 Euros, as well as U20 and U17 World Cups in the past, in addition to hosting the industry-leading football recruitment-focused SCOUTED podcast. He is also one of the lucky few to have 'hit top bins' as a contestant on Soccer AM. It wasn't a shin-roller. View More You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. 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