Football NewsMirror FootballUnverified source· 18 Aug 2026
Man Utd forced to alter third kit for Champions League
United's new third shirt breaks UEFA rules, so they must tweak it before the season starts.


Manchester United
team
Kit
Third strip released last week
Issue
Central logos: Red Devil, Snapdragon fireball, Adidas stripes
Change
Will feature Snapdragon word mark in Europe
Reason
UEFA requires consistency in Champions League kits
What happened. Manchester United have been forced to change their new third kit for Champions League matches to avoid breaking UEFA rules, as the shirt's design differs from home and away kits.
- Third kit lacks 'Snapdragon' text across the front.
- Club statement explains the different look.
- Home and away kits feature the Snapdragon word mark.
“You have probably noticed that there is a different look to the latter, too.”
— Manchester United club statement
The altered third kit will be worn in European competitions, ensuring compliance with UEFA regulations.
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