Manchester City and Puma unveiled the third kit for the 2025/26 season. The concept is inspired by Manchester’s famous weather: a texture resembling raindrops on a gray base, neon-green details like lightning, and the “Etihad Airways” logo on the chest give the overall look dynamism. Neon “inserts” on the sleeves and side panels, and the emblem rendered in a green-emerald tone also appeared as the main accents of the design.
At the presentation, the team’s players appeared in the new outfit; among them, a separate joy is that Abduqodir Husonov, who is currently in the spotlight for Uzbek fans, was also there. Another important symbolic update — Rayan Cherki will now play under number 10; this number usually signifies the spirit of a playmaker responsible for the creative hub, the decisive pass, and decision-making speed.
On the pastel-gray background of the jersey, the drop print recalls the field’s precipitation, while the marking on the seams and hem (the Authentic edition badge) completes the solution as a detail characteristic of the collaboration. The third set is usually used in away matches and on international nights — meaning we may often see this kit on European stages in the new season.
Husonov’s posture at the presentation and the drive noted before the new season are a special pride for Uzbek fans. Cherki’s number 10, meanwhile, indicates that a central role is assigned to him in the tactical dramaturgy — the new kit and the new responsibility are arriving at the same time.
In short, City’s “rain” collection is a harmony of aesthetics and the city’s DNA. Which detail did you like more: the drop texture or the neon-green accents?