Mamelodi Sundowns, in partnership with global sports company PUMA, today officially unveiled their new two-star away kit for the 2026/27 season. The kit, a striking combination of a blue jersey, white shorts, and blue socks, prominently features two stars above the club crest, a direct tribute to their second CAF Champions League title, secured in May 2026.
The launch is supported by the campaign "Fueled by the Sun," which encapsulates Mamelodi Sundowns' distinctive style of play: energetic, ambitious, and relentlessly intense. Brett Bellinger, PUMA SA Marketing Director, highlighted that the new away kit is "inspired by the powerful energy that defines Mamelodi Sundowns" and reflects the club's unwavering ambition. Adding to this sentiment, Mamelodi Sundowns Club Ambassador and former captain Hlompho Kekana emphasized that the kit serves as a tribute to the passionate supporters who consistently fuel the players' drive.
The jersey itself showcases bold geometric graphics, symbolizing the Sun's power, rendered in a palette of royal blue, deep navy, and the iconic Mamelodi Sundowns' yellow. For the authentic player's shirt, PUMA has incorporated its advanced ULTRAWEAVE fabric, engineered to facilitate unrestricted movement, alongside dryCELL and ThermoAdapt technologies designed for superior sweat-wicking and heat regulation. The replica shirt, catering to the broader fanbase, is crafted from recycled polyester, aligning with contemporary sustainability efforts. Supporters will be able to purchase the new away kit starting August 13, 2026.
This kit launch arrives on the heels of a significant 2025/26 season for Mamelodi Sundowns. Their triumph in the CAF Champions League, where they defeated Moroccan side AS FARTeam·AS FAR with a 2-1 aggregate victory, marked a historic second continental title. This success has opened doors to further prestigious competitions, including participation in the TotalEnergies CAF Super Cup 2026 against Algerian club USM Alger, the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2026, and a coveted spot in the FIFA Club World CupCompetition·FIFA Club World Cup in 2029.
Domestically, the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League season saw Mamelodi Sundowns finish in second place with 68 points, narrowly behind champions Orlando PiratesTeam·Orlando Pirates who secured 69 points. Their league campaign included 20 wins, 8 draws, and 2 losses, with a goal difference of 36. Looking ahead, their opening league match for the current campaign against Marumo Gallants was postponed. Their first league fixture for the new season is scheduled against TS Galaxy, followed by an MTN8Competition·MTN8 quarterfinal clash against Polokwane City.
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