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Top 10 most iconic football jerseys of all time

By Bhavya
Bhavya has been a part of Khel Now since 2024 and covers world football and WWE.
Published at :July 26, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Modified at :July 29, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Top 10 most iconic football jerseys of all time

These jerseys are as legendary as the players who wore them.

A jersey in football is much more than just a uniform. Players take immense pride in donning them as they serve as a symbol of legacy and culture. Some kits are associated with legendary players and history-defining moments.

As a result, they are immortalised and will always hold a special place in the hearts of football fans. Join us as we rank the 10 greatest football jerseys ever.

10. Boca Juniors (1981)

Diego Maradona joined Boca Juniors from Argentinos Juniors in 1981 and won the Metropolitano Championship in his debut year. His stint was brief, but he left an unforgettable mark at the club. The jersey he wore was simple yet bold, which is still worn by many fans today, as it stands as a timeless symbol for them.

9. FC Barcelona (2008/09)

Pep Guardiola took over the first team of FC Barcelona in 2008 and dominated world football in his debut season. Barcelona won six trophies during the 2008/09 campaign and became the first Spanish side to complete the treble. As a result, the jersey they wore during the season has attained legendary status.

Know any other and more legendary Barca kit?

It had a bold half-and-half design which was recently renewed for the 2024/25 season as well.

8. West Germany (1990)

The first international kit on our list is West Germany’s home kit for the 1990 World Cup. A classic white base and tricolor chevron pattern across the chest in colors representing the German flag make this jersey extremely beautiful. The national team also won that year’s World Cup which adds to its legacy.

7. Juventus (1995-1997)

This kit is a symbol of Juventus’s domestic and European dominance in the 1990s. The old lady won their second UEFA Champions League title wearing this kit and their squad at that time was magical. It was worn by players like Alessandro Del Piero, Didier Deschamps, and Zinedine Zidane which makes it one of the greatest kits of all time.

6. Netherlands (1988)

With a bright orange base and geometric pattern, the Netherlands 1988 home kit is a fan favorite to this day. It perfectly represented the flamboyant football that the Dutch were playing at the time. It was worn by greats like Marco Van Bastern, Ruud Gullit, Frank Rijkaard and Ronald Koeman during their triumphant Euro Championship win.

5. Real Madrid (2001/02)

Real Madrid’s 2001/02 home kit is one of the most iconic jerseys in the illustrious history of the club. The design is very minimal over a white base which gives it a retro vibe. It was worn by Zinedine Zidane when he scored one of the greatest goals of all time in the UEFA Champions League final giving Real Madrid their ninth UCL title.

4. Manchester United (1998/99)

The Red Devils created history when they won the treble during the 1998/99 season and became the first English club to do so. As a result, the jersey they donned during that historic campaign became very special. The kit was beautiful as well as it had United’s traditional red body with white black trim and white collar.

3. Brazil (1970)

Brazil is the most successful nation in football history as they have won the FIFA World Cup on five separate occasions. However, their most iconic triumph came in 1970. They not only won the iconic trophy but reinvented the game by showcasing a level of skill and flair that was never seen before.

Their kit during the campaign had a raw and classic design has attained mythical status in today’s world.

2. AC Milan (1988-1990)

The Rossoneri dominated Europe in the late 1980s as they won back-to-back UEFA Champions League titles in 1989 and 1990. The kit they wore during this era of dominance has attained legendary status. Manufactured by Kappa, the kit had classic red and black vertical stripes with a solid black collar and a button-up design.

1. Argentina (1986)

Diego Maradona’s 1986 World Cup campaign is considered ‘divine’ by the fans. Argentina’s jersey during this iconic campaign will forever be tied to his individual brilliance on the world stage. Every kit looks amazing with Argentina’s iconic blue and white pattern but the narrative significance around this jersey has helped it rank at the top of our list.

Which is the most famous Argentina kit?

Diego Maradona’s 1986 FIFA World Cup winning kit is probably the most famous.

Which Brazil kit is the most iconic?

Although this particular nation has won the World Cup five times, the 1970’s kit stands out the most.

When did Manchester United win the treble?

Dwight Yorke, Michael Owen and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink led the United team to treble in 1998-99 season.

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Bhavya
Bhavya

Bhavya is a passionate and knowledgeable writer specializing in Football and WWE. With a deep-rooted passion for these sports dating back to 2013, he brings over a decade of insight and enthusiasm to every piece of writing.

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