NEW YORK (August 13, 2026) – Major League Soccer (MLS) and adidas today unveiled the third iteration of the iconic adidas x MLS Archive Collection which celebrates the nostalgia, pride, and passion of eight soccer cities that connect both past and present while honoring each club’s history, culture and identity.
Imagery of the full collection can be found HERE
The eight teams featured in this year’s launch – Austin FC, CF Montréal, Chicago Fire FC, Houston Dynamo FC, Orlando City SC, Philadelphia Union, Real Salt Lake and Vancouver Whitecaps FC – join 15 teams to have been previously featured in the collection, which first launched in 2024. Each team in this year’s collection will receive new third kits as well as a matching jacket, both of which will be available for purchase starting today on adidas.com and MLSstore.com.
“The adidas x MLS Archive Collection celebrates the stories, identities and moments that make our clubs and their communities unique,” said Rachel Hoagland, MLS Senior Vice President of Consumer Products. “Through these third jerseys, we’re bringing that history together with the culture and pride of eight cities, giving fans a fresh way to represent their clubs while celebrating where they’ve come from.”
The 2026 iteration features some of the most iconic clubs, stories and designs from around the league, from Houston’s Astrodome to the 1994 FIFA World Cup Official Match Ball to the rugged mountains of the West. Each kit will be debuted on-pitch throughout the remainder of the 2026 season.
"The final Archive drop is a nod to the roots of MLS culture, giving fans kits that feel nostalgic while capturing the true spirit of the eight cities that have played an important part to cultivate the fandom around soccer culture,” said Griffin Claes, Senior Designer, Club and MLS at adidas. “We didn’t design these to just be third jerseys, they are pieces for fans to rep the authentic energy, landmarks and pride of their home cities whether they’re in the stands or out in their communities.”
All items from the adidas x MLS Archive Collection are now available at MLSstore.com as well as various MLS and club retail locations.
Austin FC
Moving away from the club’s core colors for the first time, the Austin FC Archive kit leans into “The Violet Crown”—that iconic sunset glow that’s defined the city for over a century. The kit also features a retro typeface and violet palette, blending stadium energy and street style.
CF Montréal
The CF Montréal Archive Collection breathes new life into the original away kit. This look throws it back to 1993, when the Montréal Impact played their first pro game away from home. Featuring a vintage MLS logo and a historic “1993” sign-off, it’s a bold take on the first chapter of the club.
Chicago Fire FC
The Chicago Fire FC Archive kit remixes the iconic 2000 away jersey. The bold “CHICAGO” wordmark across the chest asserts city pride in a retro colorway while navy and red accents connect to the current Forever Red kit, uniting the past and present.
Houston Dynamo FC
Nearly sixty years of soccer history comes to life. The Houston Dynamo FC Archive Collection celebrates the 20th anniversary of the club’s first MLS Cup, featuring the iconic ceiling pattern of the Houston Astrodome - birthplace of pro soccer in Houston - and 2006-2007 championship branding.
Orlando City SC
This Orlando City SC Archive Collection revives four decades of soccer history in the City Beautiful. The kit brings together the Lions’ 1980s wordmark—a nod to Orlando’s original soccer team—with the space-age design of the 1994 World Cup’s iconic Questra match ball. Woven throughout is legendary red, the same colorway Orlando City wore when it lifted the Club’s first USL trophy in 2011.
Philadelphia Union
The Philadelphia Union Archive Collection is a throwback to the 90s, a decade that gave Philly its leading edge. This vintage cream kit features color-blocked bands for every local team and a snake-wrapped Liberty Bell sign-off to show the Union officially completed the city.
Real Salt Lake
Real Salt Lake’s kit celebrates the “Greatest Snow on Earth,” Utah’s vintage ski culture and eclectic resort style. From iconic Olympic slopes to hidden backcountry gems, this kit captures the main character energy of the mountains.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC are bringing a fresh look inspired by elements from the club’s history as Vancouver 86ers – an identity inseparable from the city’s passion for soccer. The nostalgic colours bring back a bold blue and vibrant yellow, with red accents. On the chest is the iconic Vancouver ribbon from the original 86ers crest. The chest mark merges in the beauty of British Columbia, featuring the official flower of the province – the pacific dogwood. The 40th anniversary jocktag commemorates the founding of the 86ers in 1986, connecting past glory to present pride. The ‘Caps will debut their archive kit, featuring yellow shorts and blue socks, at BC Place this coming Wednesday, August 19 against Houston Dynamo FC. The first 2,000 fans will receive a special edition 86ers headband.
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