The third kit for Real Madrid’s 2025/26 season has been unveiled, showcasing a bold design reminiscent of the Cristiano Ronaldo period at Santiago Bernabéu.

The primary color is a deep blue, highlighted by sharp white accents, featuring the traditional adidas Trefoil emblem, the Emirates sponsor logo, and the renowned three stripes on each shoulder.

As reported by the reputable kit source Footy Headlines, this design takes its cue from the new seating introduced at the Bernabéu, which was part of a substantial renovation completed by late 2024. The vibrant blue reflects the updated stadium’s sleek appearance while paying homage to Madrid’s illustrious football history.

The kit also features a famous phrase etched into both the jock tag and inner collar: “90 Minuti en el Bernabéu son molto longo” – a quote that translates to “90 minutes at the Bernabéu is a very long time.”

The phrase was coined by club legend Juanito after a 2–0 first-leg defeat to Inter in the 1986 European Cup. As the Madrid squad left the pitch, Juanito warned one of Inter’s players what to expect in the second leg in Chamartín. His words went down in folklore after Madrid overturned the deficit in dramatic fashion at home.

Interestingly, the last time Real wore a similar shade of blue was in the 2017/18 season – Cristiano Ronaldo’s final campaign with the club before his move to Juventus. However, this new 2025/26 design more closely resembles the 2013/14 away strip, which was also a rich blue with white accents, including shoulder stripes.

That 2013/14 season was a memorable one for both Ronaldo and the club. The Portuguese forward scored 51 goals across all competitions and helped Los Blancos capture both the Copa del Rey and UEFA Champions League titles. He capped off the campaign by winning the Ballon d’Or for the third time in his career.

While this new third kit ensures Real Madrid will look the part next season, the hope among fans is that the team can recapture the dominance of those peak Ronaldo years – particularly after a disappointing 2024/25 campaign that ended without silverware.