When Germany announced the switch from Adidas to Nike for the coming contract cycle, there was a fear that the new designs would be more boring than their predecessors. This was not without merit, as Nike have been guilty of making uninspiring shirts for some of the teams they sponsor.
Unfortunately, with the latest leaks, the fear seems to be coming true. Kit leak website Footy Headlines revealed the Nike designs for the Air Force 1 Low, which can be seen below.
The shoes themselves seem fine, but they confirm an earlier leak that predicts the next Germany home shirt. Let’s just say that the pattern isn’t particularly creative. Or attractive to look at.
Now leaks can (sometimes) be wrong, so maybe the final shirt design will be a little more inspired. Because if the first Nike kit for the German national team ends up being a minimalist white tee with some lines drawn on it, fans who care about the history of the kit will be sorely disappointed. It’s just so boring. They couldn’t think of anything else?
Regardless, it seems the inevitable fate of any team that chooses to partner up with the American sportswear giant. The DFB is getting paid handsomely for this deal, so fans will have to accept it.
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