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Shaped by the Sea 🌊 🇵🇹   Last night marked Portugal's first match of the tournament, making it the perfect time to take a closer look at the inspiration behind the Portugal 2026 kit.   With Portugal consistently capturing the hearts of football fans around the world, the design team knew this jersey had to be something special. One of the lead designers involved in creating the kit design language was Nick Willems, Senior Graphic Designer Teamsport Apparel at PUMA.   One of the kit's standout features is its flowing wave graphic, which extends seamlessly across both the shirt and shorts.   "For the home kit, we drew inspiration from the sea itself - a symbol deeply rooted in Portuguese culture, history, and identity," Nick explains. "For the away kit, we took a different approach, embracing a bold, heroic aesthetic through a dominant chevron graphic, while still maintaining a strong connection to the central maritime narrative."   From the refined Club Red colourway and premium 3D-welded crest with rich gold finishes to the bespoke Portugal typeface and dynamic graphics, every detail was designed with purpose.   The result? A jersey that carries the spirit of Portugal from its coastline to the world's biggest stage.   What are your favourite features from the Portugal 2026 kits? Let us know in the comments. 👇