UEFA introduces new patches on kits for the Champions League
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 9:16 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

The UEFA Champions League has introduced new patches on team jerseys for the current tournament cycle. These additions appear on kits as part of the competition's updated branding and visual identity. Fans and observers have noted the arrival of the emblems ahead of the latest round of matches. Questions remain regarding the specific significance of these markings and their long-term usage beyond individual fixtures. Further details regarding the official implementation and purpose of the patches are expected to follow as the tournament progresses. This update marks a change in the appearance of participant kits as the league continues its schedule.
- •UEFA updated team kits with new patches for the Champions League.
- •The competition resumed following the introduction of the new branding.
- •Questions persist regarding the function and disposal of the patches after games.
- 9:16 AMBBC Football — What are the new patches on Champions League shirts?
"What are the new patches on Champions League shirts and where do they go after the games are over?
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