FC Dallas Set to Unveil Throwback Third Kit After Two-Decade Wait
DALLAS – May 7, 2024 – FC Dallas is set to reveal its first third kit since 2002, a retro jersey that will debut on July 19 during 90’s Night at Toyota Stadium. The event highlights the new FC Dallas kit, which is a throwback as part of Adidas’ Archive Collection. Sources suggest the new design will honor the Dallas Burn era, featuring the Adidas Tiro 25 template. Expect further details to emerge soon.
FC Dallas Set to Unveil Throwback Third Kit After Two-Decade Wait
After a hiatus of over two decades, FC Dallas is gearing up to introduce its first third shirt since 2002. The reveal is scheduled for July 19, coinciding with the designated 90’s Night at Toyota Stadium.This special event will see FC Dallas players sporting a retro jersey as part of Adidas’ Archive Collection.
Adidas Archive Collection: A Blast from the Past
The Archive Collection is an extension of the 2024 range, initially provided to five teams: Inter Miami CF, Portland Timbers, LA Galaxy, LAFC, and Sporting Kansas City. This collection features not only a throwback jersey but also Adidas Gazelle shoes, an anthem jacket, and various merchandise options like hats and T-shirts.
Future Expansion of the Archive Collection
While initial reports suggested that all teams in Major League Soccer (MLS) would receive the Archive Collection in 2025, information indicates a staggered rollout between 2025 and 2026.
Design Insights: A Nod to the dallas Burn Era
Early leaks of Columbus Crew and San Jose earthquakes’ offerings point to designs that clearly reference the inaugural 1996 season. However, FC Dallas is not necessarily following suit with a retro angular design featuring an excessive amount of wasabi green.
Instead, sources suggest that the jersey will be black, reminiscent of the 2001-2002 Dallas burn third kit. The Adidas template used will be Tiro 25, which is the same style as the new Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and juventus jerseys. This means the jersey will feature the modern Adidas logo, not the classic Trefoil.
Expect to see both the Dallas burn crest and the Burn wordmark in the sponsor’s position, consistent with jerseys from 1998 to 2004. The design is expected to key off the 1997 pinhoops.
Design Details and Inspirations
The new jersey is expected to draw inspiration from the 1997 pinhoops design. The mock-up suggests a design that pays homage to this era.
While details on shorts and socks remain speculative, the stripes are expected to align with the set of kits from that era, as opposed to the horns and stripeless socks in the current away kit. The jersey number style is anticipated to mirror that of last year’s Adidas Archive Collection, which is similar to the style used on the 1996 Burn jerseys.
Potential Design Tweaks
While the overall design is appealing, some minor adjustments could enhance the jersey’s aesthetic. One suggestion is to replace the gold accents with the old-school green. Additionally, a hybrid approach to the pinhoops, drawing from both the 1997 and 1998 designs, could improve the visual impact.
