I may be a little bit biased, but considering that this kit is a (subtle) tribute (of a tribute) to Hungary’s “Aranycsapat” of the 1950s (i.e. the “Magical” or “Magnificent Magyars”), I’m quite liking it. Maybe even a lot liking it.
The story goes that manager Dave Sexton was so enamored by that legendary national side that he got his Chelsea team to play in a shirt inspired by Hungary’s national colors: red, white, and green. Thus was born the 1974-75 away kit, one of the very few times that green would feature prominently on a Chelsea (non-goalkeeper) shirt.
(Incidentally, Hungary never wore a shirt like that. The standard kit was just a cherry-red shirt, white shorts, and green socks. On a few occasions, they did wear a change strip that had a white shirt with horizontal red and green stripe, exactly like on the flag.)
The return of our '70s standout strip.
Our Chelsea '74 Range is now available in our official online store and stadium megastore.
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) October 25, 2023
A couple years ago, Chelsea released a line of clothing in tribute to that shirt, but now we have actual shirts that pay homage to that as well.
I appreciate that it’s not just a straight copy, and Nike’s changes add a nice modern flavor to it. I like the more subtle interpretation, the warm off-white base color and thin stripes, and I’m always a fan of some contrast trim on the sleeves. The collar itself is pretty weak, as is the trend these days, but I can overlook that. The recolored badge to match the theme is also okay.
Good job, Nike.
Hang it in the L̶o̶u̶v̶r̶e̶ Saatchi. ✨
Our new away kit reimagines the Hungarian-inspired Chelsea cult classic from the '70's, featuring a warm white base with subtle red and green pinstripes.
Now available to buy online and in the megastore.
— (C)helsea FC Women (@ChelseaFCW) June 12, 2025