LOSC Lille have dropped their stunning third kit for the 2025/26 season – and it’s loaded with history, symbolism, and style.
The design honors Sporting Club Fivois, one of the two clubs that merged to form LOSC in 1944, and features Lille’s most notable landmark: the Citadel of Lille, a 17th-century fortress that remains today.
Featuring a deep blue base – a color formerly worn by SC Fives – the shirt incorporates gold and black accents, reflecting the traditional colors of Flanders, the northern French region where Lille is located.
Central to the design is an abstract geometric print of jagged, structured lines – a visual homage to the Citadel’s sharp architecture and the strength it symbolizes. This theme extends into the badge: LOSC’s iconic five-sided crest is inspired by the pentagonal structure of the fortress.
“The Citadel has symbolized strength and determination in Lille for centuries, and we wanted to bring that spirit onto the pitch with this kit,” stated Kenny McCallum, Senior Director of New Balance Football Product. “This year’s Third Kit celebrates the club’s heritage and serves as a reminder of the qualities that make the Dogues so formidable.”
As Lille embark on a new era – with stars like Jonathan David and Angel Gomes leaving, and seasoned players like Olivier Giroud and Arnaud Bodart joining – they’ll hope the kit’s symbolism of resilience transcends its design.
The LOSC Lille 2025/26 third shirt is available now via New Balance and selected global retailers.
