MLS Archive Collection Returns With Retro Heat for 10 Clubs
Major League Soccer and adidas are running it back — and this time, they're taking even more teams on a journey through time.
MLS officially dropped the latest wave of the adidas x MLS Archive Collection, featuring brand-new third kits for 10 MLS clubs that celebrate the bold style, nostalgia, and swagger of late-‘90s and early-2000s soccer. Alongside these throwback-inspired jerseys come matching Gazelle shoes and retro-style jackets, blending fashion, history, and hype in a way only adidas can.
Last year’s debut collection brought serious heat from clubs like Inter Miami, LA Galaxy, and Portland Timbers — and fans loved it. Now in year two, the Archive Collection is going coast-to-coast with a fresh drop that honors iconic logos, legacy crests, and vintage design elements from MLS’ golden age.
“Third jerseys are always a favorite amongst our fans,” said MLS SVP of Consumer Products Rachel Hoagland. “This collection’s take on soccer nostalgia exemplifies the League’s commitment to honoring the unique culture and history that exists across our clubs and communities.”
This year's Archive Collection features reimagined third kits for Charlotte FC, Colorado Rapids, Columbus Crew, D.C. United, FC Dallas, Minnesota United, Nashville SC, New England Revolution, San Jose Earthquakes, and Seattle Sounders FC. Each jersey pulls inspiration from a different era — but they all come with a modern twist that makes them wearable on the streets, in the stands, or anywhere the squad rolls.
adidas Senior Manager of Sports Marketing, Edward Martinez, called the project “a time capsule collection sprinkled with reminders of golden eras.” The goal: mix streetwear, sport, and legacy to deliver fan gear that doesn’t just rep a team — it reps an era.
Charlotte FC
The Queen City gets the royal treatment with a kit that nods to Carolina roots and Charlotte’s rise as a bold, new soccer town. It’s heritage redefined.
Colorado Rapids
Celebrating 30 years as an MLS original, the Rapids throw it back to their OG noble green and gold colorway — a subtle flex of legacy and rebirth.
Columbus Crew
One of MLS’ founding clubs, the Crew honor their 30-season journey with a revival of their original crest, a retro wordmark, and a fresh ’96 jocktag. Timeless.
D.C. United
The dynasty that helped shape the league brings back the swagger with an all-white kit featuring iconic black stripes and gold trim — pure ‘96 vibes, honoring four MLS Cups worth of dominance.
FC Dallas
The past and present collide as Dallas revives the club’s original name and the classic black stallion crest — a galloping nod to their 30-season ride.
Minnesota United
Drawing from Minnesota’s soccer history, this kit leans into old-school Loons script and adds a stylized PK design that blends local pride with retro flair.
Nashville SC
The Music City goes full honky tonk with a kit that captures the unmistakable energy of ‘90s Nashville. It doesn’t just honor the era — it wears it.
New England Revolution
This unapologetic throwback brings back the original Revolution wordmark, the bold colors of the '90s, and front-facing numbers — a signature style that’s finally back.
San Jose Earthquakes
Channeling the chaos of the club’s “Clash” era, San Jose drops a kit with a fierce scorpion, bold retro wordmark, and the untamed attitude of MLS’ wild early days.
Seattle Sounders FC
Inspired by the Sounders’ A-League glory days, Seattle’s kit is bursting with vibrant color and retro graphics, capped with the modern-day Orca crest to bridge the past and present.
And the best part? The Archive Collection is just getting started. adidas and MLS confirmed that the series will return next season — bringing even more clubs and throwback moments into the spotlight.
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