According to the Manchester Evening News, Manchester United's two-a-side shirts are selling like hotcakes, proving once again that the Red Devils have a huge global presence. In addition to this, United have been honored to be named one of Adidas' 'Elite Teams' for the 2025/26 season, making them one of the few clubs to have received the highest level of attention from Adidas during the shirt development process.
Manchester United's shirt design has always been a favorite among fans, and this season's two-a-side shirts have won the hearts of fans with their alternative designs. According to Footy Headlines, not only did United have a great season, but they will also become an Adidas Elite Team for the first time, along with Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle United in the Premier League. In addition, Celtic and Roma will also be promoted to the "elite team" next season.
However, it is worth noting that Aston Villa, who have recently moved from Castore to Adidas, did not make the list of 'Elite Teams'. In contrast, Juventus, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid remain among Adidas' 'Elite Teams'.
Manchester United's partnership with Adidas has a long and deep history. Since the 2015/16 season, United have re-joined forces with the German manufacturer, signing a ten-year contract worth £841.7 million ($1.1 billion). And in July 2023, the two sides even extended this contract for another 10 years to 2035, with the new contract worth at least £900 million over 10 years, highlighting the strong confidence and expectation of the future partnership.
The fact that Manchester United has once again been named one of Adidas' "Elite Teams" is not only an affirmation of the brand's influence, but also a recognition of the long-term partnership between Manchester United and Adidas. In the future, both sides will continue to work together to bring more exciting games and fashionable shirt designs to fans.
