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Released: Racing Club 2026 Away Kit — Dark Blue Nike

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Released: Racing Club 2026 Away Kit — Dark Blue Nike

TL;DR

  • Nike has produced Racing Club’s 2026 Away kit in a dark blue base with light blue and white accents.
  • The shirt carries Betsson’s white badge and the campaign phrase “La locura que nos une” (The madness that unites us).
  • Release is set for May 2026 — the current away jersey is available now at 433FC.
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Racing Club 2026 Away Kit. Image via Footy Headlines

The Release

Racing Club de Avellaneda’s 2026 Away kit has been revealed ahead of its official launch. Kit tracking outlet Footy Headlines published the first clear images of the shirt, confirming the manufacturer, colourway, and sponsor details before Nike or the club made a formal announcement.

Nike continues its partnership with one of Argentina’s most successful clubs — a side that has won multiple Primera División titles and spent decades among the country’s football elite. The away kit arrives as Argentine club football draws significant attention ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Racing won the Copa Sudamericana in 2024, their first continental title in over two decades. That result raised the club’s profile considerably, and this new away kit lands at a high point for the Cilindro de Avellaneda. The confident dark blue direction of the design reflects where the club sits right now.

Design Breakdown

The shirt uses a dark blue base — a clear departure from the sky blue and white vertical stripes of the home kit. Light blue and white run through the trim details to connect back to Racing’s traditional colours without simply mirroring the home palette. The result reads as a distinct shirt rather than a tonal echo.

The collar is a round neck trimmed in light blue and white. It’s a clean choice that avoids the busier collar treatments Nike has used on some recent club kits. The cuffs carry the same light blue and white combination, tying the sleeve finish back to the neckline without overworking the detail.

The Nike Swoosh appears in white on the chest. Betsson’s sponsor badge sits in white as well, keeping the front of the shirt readable against the dark base. Neither mark fights for attention.

The campaign phrase “La locura que nos une” — The madness that unites us — is printed on the kit. It captures Racing’s famously passionate support without reaching too far. The phrasing has an earned quality rather than feeling like a marketing addition.

How It Compares

Racing’s recent away kits have tended to stay relatively close to the club’s established colour palette. The 2024/25 away shirt used lighter tones with restrained detailing. This 2026 version makes a stronger call: the dark blue base is more assertive, and the contrast with the light blue and white trim gives the shirt a sharper presence on the pitch.

The round-neck collar marks a move toward a simpler construction. For supporters who prefer a classic cut, that’s a welcome return. Nike’s fabrication quality on South American club kits has been consistent, and nothing about the released images suggests this shirt will be an exception.

Compared to the current Racing Club 2025/26 Away Jersey, the 2026 shirt commits more fully to the dark blue direction. It’s a stronger identity statement across both matchday use and everyday wear.

When Can You Buy It?

The Racing Club 2026 Away kit is scheduled for release in May 2026. The Men’s Racing Club 2025/26 Away Jersey is available now at 433FC with worldwide shipping — the best option until the new kit arrives.

The 2025/26 Home Jersey and 2025/26 Third Jersey are both in stock. The Kids’ Racing Club Home Kit is available for younger supporters.

FAQ

Is the Racing Club 2026 Away kit official?

Yes. The kit has been confirmed via Footy Headlines, which consistently publishes verified kit details ahead of official brand announcements. The manufacturer, colourway, sponsor, and slogan are all confirmed.

When will the Racing Club 2026 Away kit be available?

The kit is scheduled for release in May 2026. The 2025/26 Away Jersey is available now at 433FC in the meantime.

Where can I buy Racing Club jerseys?

433FC stocks the full Racing Club de Avellaneda range, including the Away, Home, and Third jerseys for the 2025/26 season, with worldwide shipping on all orders.

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