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Top 10 Worst Arsenal Third and Away Kits: Fashion Disasters That Still Haunt the Emirates
Arsenal‘s kit history reads like a tale of triumph and tragedy. While the Gunners have produced some iconic strips over the decades, certain designs have left supporters wincing in horror.
In the wake of Arsenal’s clean third kit for 2025/26 season, here is look at some bizarre color combinations to questionable patterns, these disasters serve as cautionary tales in football fashion.
The Hall of Shame
10. Third Kit 2007/08 – The Dark Confusion
The navy base with burgundy horizontal stripes and metallic gold elements created a kit where colors were sometimes difficult to distinguish. While the gold was attractive, the two dark base colors shouldn’t have been used together.
9. Away Kit 2020/21 – The Blood Splatter Special
Adidas’ marble-effect away kit became notorious for resembling blood splatter more than elegant stone patterns. The red veins across the white base created an unsettling visual that had fans comparing it to horror movie costumes rather than football attire.
8. Away Kit 2012/13 – The Striped Catastrophe
Nike’s attempt at stripes went horribly wrong, creating a mess of navy and sky blue that looked like a training ground accident. The pattern was neither retro nor modern, just confused, making it one of the most forgettable kits in Arsenal’s recent history.
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7. Third Kit 2018/19 – The Mint Mistake
Puma’s farewell season produced this mint green aberration with navy accents. The button-up collar was a nice touch, but the color choice was baffling, while the kit’s heat-absorption properties made sweat embarrassingly visible during matches.
6. Away Kit 2010/11 – The Mustard Mishap
The yellow and burgundy combination should have worked in theory, but the mustard shade chosen by Nike was deeply unflattering. The colors clashed rather than complemented, creating a kit that looked more like a fashion accident than a football shirt.
5. Away Kit 2007/08 – The White Mistake Nike’s decision to make white the primary color for a club whose biggest rivals are Tottenham showed questionable judgment. The darker red elements couldn’t save a kit that fundamentally misunderstood Arsenal’s identity, despite memorable moments like the victory at San Siro.
4. Away Kit 2017/18 – The Gradient Failure
This Puma effort featured a light-to-dark blue gradient that felt completely un-Arsenal. The color transition looked more like a printing error than intentional design, with the Gunners managing just two wins in twelve outings while wearing this forgettable strip.
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3. Away Kit 2023/24 – The Fluorescent Failure
Adidas’ latest effort combined fluorescent yellow with unnecessary tire track patterns in a design that seemed more suitable for high-visibility workwear than football.
Coming after their excellent all-black strip, this represented a significant step backwards, with fans even wanting a refund for this kit.
2. Third Kit 2014/15 – The Lime Green Nightmare
Puma’s first Arsenal effort remains their most catastrophic. The navy base wasn’t problematic, but the lime green elements scattered across the shirt created a design that looked more suited to a radioactive waste facility than a football pitch. The bizarre diagonal stripes and garish highlights made this kit an instant candidate for worst ever.
1. Third Kit 2015/16 – The Diagonal Disaster
Another Puma monstrosity featuring dark grey as the base color with metallic gold accents. The kit’s downfall came from the bizarre diagonal stripes on the lower half, combining white, gold, and turquoise blocks in a pattern that defied logic. It was football kit design at its most confused.
The Lasting Impact
These kit disasters serve as reminders that even the biggest brands can stumble spectacularly. Each represents a moment when creativity went too far, when manufacturers prioritized novelty over Arsenal’s rich visual heritage. Fortunately, the club’s recent partnership with Adidas has largely returned to form, suggesting these fashion nightmares will remain confined to history’s dustbin where they belong.
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Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in what could prove decisive for the Gunners’ Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal sit top of the table with 61 points from 28 matches, five points clear of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand, while Chelsea occupy 7th with 45 points after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
This represents a huge opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack before facing Brighton away on Wednesday. Chelsea arrive at the Emirates in patchy form under Liam Rosenior, who has won just two of his eight league matches since replacing Enzo Maresca in January despite an encouraging start to his tenure.
Kick-off: 4:30 GMT, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
TV: Sky Sports
Kai Havertz Returns to Haunt Former Club
Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Kai Havertz will train on Saturday ahead of the Chelsea clash, giving the German a chance to feature against his former employers. Havertz has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early February, but scored the winner in Arsenal’s 1-0 Carabao Cup semi final victory over Chelsea earlier this month.
The 26 year old has endured a nightmare campaign with injuries limiting him to just 158 Premier League minutes this season, though he has still managed two goals and two assists when available. Viktor Gyokeres has flourished in Havertz’s absence, scoring twice in the 4-1 North London Derby demolition of Tottenham last weekend.
Rosenior Yet to Face Top Six Opposition
Liam Rosenior faces his first test against a top six side in the league since taking charge of Chelsea, having only faced teams sitting 7th or lower during his opening eight matches. His winning run needs proper context, given the quality of opposition, with recent dropped points against Leeds and Burnley at Stamford Bridge exposing serious vulnerabilities.
Arteta has beaten Rosenior twice already this season in the two legged Carabao Cup semi final, and the Spanish manager will fancy his chances of completing a treble over the Chelsea boss. Bukayo Saka should be fit despite limping off late against Spurs, while Ben White remains doubtful with a niggle.
Predicted Lineups: Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Also read: Kai Havertz Injury Update: Real Timeline and Medical Details Revealed!
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Update Given Following Arsenal Injury Scare as Olivia Smith Discharged From Hospital After Being Stretchered Off During FA Cup Win Over Bristol City
Arsenal star Olivia Smith has been discharged from hospital after being stretchered off the field during their Women’s FA Cup game against Bristol City. The forward, who joined the Gunners in the summer, played just under an hour before being forced off with pictures showing a neck brace around the 21 year old at Meadow Park.
This was a worrying moment for Arsenal supporters watching on Sunday afternoon. The Canadian international went down, receiving lengthy treatment before being taken off on a stretcher as a precaution. Thankfully, the injury appears to be far less serious than initially feared.
Left Hospital Yesterday Evening
According to Arsenal reporter Tim Stillman, Olivia Smith left the hospital yesterday evening after tests were run and will return to be assessed this week ahead of the March international break. This is brilliant news for Arsenal, who cannot afford to lose Smith for any length of time, given her importance to the team.
It is believed that her involvement with Canada is still up in the air, with the Canucks facing a triple header of friendlies against Colombia, Argentina, and the United States over the coming two weeks. Arsenal’s next match sees them face London City Lionesses in mid March.
Big Boost for Champions League Hopes
With no video available for Arsenal’s cup game against Bristol City, there was huge concern surrounding Smith’s condition for those unable to attend the game at Meadow Park. Thankfully, what seemed initially to be a severe injury has turned out to be a fairly minor incident.
While Stina Blackstenius and Alessia Russo are both more than capable options to lead the line, it has been Smith who has been Renee Slegers’ favoured choice and proven to be a brilliant signing since her arrival from Liverpool. Having Smith likely available for both legs of the Chelsea Champions League quarter final is a massive boost for Arsenal’s hopes of retaining their European crown.
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Arsenal Star Named WSL Player of the Month for January as Midfielder Continues Outstanding Form Following 400th Appearance Milestone
Kim Little has been named January’s Barclays Women’s Super League Player of the Month, recognition that follows her 400th appearance for Arsenal. The captain has made an outstanding start to 2026, completing every minute in the WSL and helping secure two clean sheets and four points from fixtures against Manchester United and Chelsea.
Little drove the midfield against United in the 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium and was again pivotal in the disciplined defensive display at Stamford Bridge that delivered that historic 2-0 win over the Blues. This is absolutely deserved recognition for one of Arsenal’s most influential players, who continues to perform at the highest level despite being 35 years old.
400th Appearance Came in Belgium
Little’s landmark 400th appearance came in Belgium as Arsenal won 4-0 at OH Leuven to close in on a Champions League London derby with Chelsea. The Scottish playmaker came on as a second half substitute in the 82nd minute, replacing Olivia Smith, to reach 400 appearances.
This achievement is even more notable given the time she spent playing in the USA and Australia during her career. Little has become one of the defining figures of the modern Arsenal era, establishing herself as an absolute legend at the club.
Chelsea Awaits in Champions League Quarterfinals
Provided nothing dramatic unfolds at Meadow Park next week, Chelsea awaits in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Arsenal hold a commanding 4-0 advantage from the first leg and are overwhelming favorites to progress to a mouth watering London derby in the last eight.
Little will be central to Arsenal’s hopes of defending their Champions League crown, with the midfielder’s experience and leadership qualities proving invaluable during the knockout stages of major competitions. Her consistent performances continue to set the standard for everyone around her.
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