Kit Detail & Heritage – A Look Back at Northern Ireland’s Iconic Jerseys
Known as the “Green and White Army,” Northern Ireland’s kits are rooted in tradition: dark green home shirts paired with white shorts, with away kits often in white or blue. Historical designs have worked in bold collars, sleeve cuffs, and subtle graphics. Recent kits include “sound-wave stripes” that pay tribute to fan chants at Windsor Park.
Famous Northern Ireland Kits & Memorable Eras
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Early 1980s Adidas Era – The 1983 home shirt is a classic, with Adidas trim and green/gold detailing.
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Euro 2016 Home Kit – Released by Adidas, this kit brought together green base, white shorts, and navy details, inspired by Northern Ireland’s rise in international competition.
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2018 Home & Away Designs – The home shirt reintroduced a classic polo collar, white cuffs, and pin-stripe texture referencing the 1982 World Cup kits.
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Recent “Sound Wave” Collection – Vibrant green home shirt with diagonal sound-wave graphics representing the voices of the fans, paired with a white away kit trimmed in pale blue and navy. Debuted for upcoming Nations League / World Cup qualifying matches.
Legends & Current Stars Who’ve Worn the Northern Ireland Shirt
Northern Ireland has produced many players who have become legends in the sport:
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George Best – Perhaps the most iconic player; global superstar, legend of the game.
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Pat Jennings – Legendary goalkeeper, long career, known for clutch performances.
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Other influential names from more recent squads who have carried forward the legacy with passion and skill.
Who Makes the Northern Ireland Kit?
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Adidas — Currently the kit supplier; has provided many of the recent home & away kits, including the sound-wave set.
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Umbro, Adidas (other periods), Asics, Patrick — These brands have featured in Northern Ireland’s kit history, alternating in periods when contracts changed.
Northern Ireland Kit Evolution: Tradition, Colour & Innovation
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Colour & Design Elements — Deep green home kits with white shorts remain central; away colours often vary with white or blue. Collar styles, sleeve trims, pin-stripe/graphic details, and textures have become more prominent in recent designs.
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Graphics & Symbolism — The sound-wave stripes are a modern tribute to the atmosphere from fans; earlier kits referenced classic 80s styles, including collars, cuffs, and pattern touches reminiscent of that era.
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Fit, Fabrics & Functionality — Newer shirts use performance materials (e.g. moisture-wicking), improved tailoring, and manufacturing that balances tradition with modern athletic requirements.
Make your Northern Ireland shirt uniquely yours. Add your name and number to many adult and junior kits. Honor a legend like George Best, show your support for current stars, or simply create something personal and special.
Northern Ireland Kits for Every Fan
We stock Northern Ireland shirts and fan gear across a full range of options:
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Adult men’s & women’s fits
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Junior & youth kits
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Mini kits for toddlers and babies
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Full collection: home & away shirts, retro pieces, training tops, jackets, accessories
Perfect for match-day, training, gifting, collecting nostalgia, or everyday wear.