The Story of Hannover 96’s Kits
Founded in 1896, Hannoverscher Sportverein von 1896 are one of Germany’s most historic clubs, with a visual identity built around their striking red home shirts and black-and-green detailing. The red symbolises passion and strength, while the green reflects the club’s regional heritage.
Over the decades, the combination has become one of the Bundesliga’s most recognisable — a clean, powerful look that mirrors the club’s reputation for resilience and pride.
Kit Evolution and Brand Heritage
Hannover’s early kits featured green and white, reflecting local colours. By the 1940s, red had become the permanent home colour, paired with black shorts. This simple yet bold palette remains one of the cleanest and most distinctive in German football.
Manufacturers such as Adidas, Umbro, Jako, and Macron have all shaped Hannover’s image. The 1980s brought minimalist striping and tonal crests, while modern Macron and Jako releases emphasise sleek tailoring, lightweight fabrics, and subtle nods to club tradition — such as embossed “96” numerals or city references inside the collar.
Away kits have ranged from green and black to silver and white, often celebrating the club’s regional colours and anniversary milestones.
Famous Hannover 96 Shirts
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1953/54 Home Shirt – worn as Hannover captured the German Championship, one of the club’s greatest achievements.
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1989/90 Home Shirt – remembered for promotion to the Bundesliga and a bold, collar-heavy design.
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2011/12 Home Shirt – symbolic of their Europa League campaign and modern resurgence under Mirko Slomka.
2021/22 Anniversary Shirt – celebrating 125 years of history with vintage styling and a throwback crest.
Little-Known Facts About Hannover 96 Kits
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The “96” emblem: The club’s iconic circular badge with the tilted “96” has remained almost unchanged since the 1960s.
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Regional roots: The green accent colour pays tribute to Lower Saxony’s flag and is a nod to the club’s early kit colours.
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Colour consistency: Hannover have worn red as their home colour for more than 80 years — among the longest continuous traditions in German football.
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Cup heritage: During the 1992 DFB-Pokal win, the club wore plain red shirts with minimal detailing — a design later reissued as a fan favourite.
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Fan-inspired details: Recent kits have included inner-collar messages chosen by supporters, such as “Niemals Allein” (“Never Alone”).
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Local manufacturers: For much of the 1990s, regional brand Jako supplied Hannover’s kits — helping cement their strong connection to local football culture.
Modern innovation: Current shirts incorporate moisture-control technology and eco-friendly fabrics, reflecting the club’s sustainability commitments.
Our Range and Personalisation Options
At UK Soccer Shop, you’ll find the full Hannover 96 collection — official home, away, and third shirts, retro editions, and training wear. Each jersey is 100% authentic, featuring the official crest, sponsor, and manufacturer detailing.
Personalisation is available on most designs, letting you add your name or that of club heroes such as Dieter Schatzschneider, Steven Cherundolo, or Niclas Füllkrug.
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Why Hannover 96 Shirts Stand Out
Hannover’s red shirts capture the strength, pride, and independence of northern German football. Their clean design, historic colours, and loyal fanbase make them one of the Bundesliga’s most respected and collectible clubs. Whether you’re wearing a vintage reissue or the latest release, a Hannover 96 shirt is a timeless symbol of passion and identity.