First official photos of brand new 2025/26 Manchester City third kit leaked | OneFootball

The first official photos of Manchester City’s brand new 2025/26 third kit have now surfaced online ahead of its official release.

With anticipation building among fans for the club’s latest range of matchday apparel, leaks of City kits have become an annual talking point during pre-season and the overall build-up to the latest campaign.

Supporters have seen numerous concept designs and speculative renders shared online in recent months, but the emergence of official photography offers the first definitive insight into what Pep Guardiola’s side will be wearing in select domestic and European fixtures next season.

The third kit, traditionally worn for away matches in cup competitions or on the European stage, often provides Puma with more creative freedom than the home and away designs. Over the last few seasons, City’s alternate strips have ranged from bold and vibrant to minimal and sleek.

In recent years, City’s third kits have also been tied to notable moments in club history. Purple-and-orange inspired editions have been worn during Champions League nights, while the 2022/23 black-and-red design paid homage to a retro pattern first seen in the 1960s.

For 2025/26, Puma have opted for a strikingly modern look that blends subtle detailing with a unique theme.

Now, as revealed by Footy Headlines, supporters can be issued with their first look at official photos of Manchester City’s yet-to-be released third kit for the forthcoming 2025/26 season.

The latest edition produced by Puma is seemingly inspired by rain droplets on a window, with the kit featuring a silver-grey base with a water drop graphic print, with the official colour palette termed as ‘Cool Weather/Pro Green’.

Additional information in the report around the new photos reveals that the new third kit is scheduled to be released in August 2025.

The leak has sparked mixed reactions online, with some embracing the sleek silver aesthetic and unique detailing, while others may prefer more traditional colourways associated with the club’s history.

With an August release confirmed, the new strip could make its debut early in the 2025/26 campaign, potentially in a Champions League away fixture or a domestic cup tie. Puma’s marketing campaign will also feature several first-team stars modelling the kit, alongside promotional materials highlighting the design’s inspiration.

As with previous seasons, pre-orders are likely to open shortly after the official unveiling, with high demand anticipated among collectors and dedicated supporters keen to secure the latest addition to City’s ever-growing kit archive.