South Korea's 2026 World Cup™ Nike Jerseys Draw Inspiration From the Tiger

Hong Myung-bo's South Korea national football team is currently ranked at 22nd amongst all FIFA federations. Its on-pitch performances over the last handful of years, however, have positioned them as an exciting, energetic squad. The Asian nation's 2026 FIFA World Cup™ kits by Nike play into this reputation while exploring national identity.

Today, the Swoosh has unveiled the Home and Away kits the Taegeuk Warriors (태극전사) will wear to represent South Korea during the World Cup™, which kicks off across Mexico, U.S.A., and Canada on Thursday, June 11.

Akin to kits for the U.S., Brazil, and every other Nike-sponsored federation participating in the month-long football tournament, South Korea's jerseys are constructed with innovative Aero-FIT technology. The eco-friendly fabric provides unprecedented cooling while unlocking design capability that allows graphics and patterns to incorporate seamlessly into the kit material. This minimizes points of discomfort and ensures storytelling isn't sacrificed.

Both South Korea 2026 shirts blend cultural heritage and contemporary streetwear influence, nodding to larger movements happening in the country. The Home jersey sees a white tiger camo base and dark contrasting accents, while the Away jersey opts for a bold violet base and floral-inspired graphics. Traditional Korean calligraphy combines with Western aesthetics to further blend heritage.

Enjoy campaign imagery of South Korea's newest federation kit collection ahead. All items will become available globally via Nike.com starting on Monday, March 23. Kits debut on-pitch on Saturday, March 28, and Tuesday, March 31, in matches against Ivory Coast and Austria, respectively.

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