South American club stuns fans: mad shirt tribute to Bundesliga side!

South American club stuns fans with a mad shirt tribute to Borussia Dortmund, linking Brazilian football culture to the German side’s identity. Criciúma EC has unveiled its new third kit for 2026, featuring a black-and-yellow design directly honoring Borussia Dortmund. The club says the concept reflects historical ties between the two cities, both known for coal mining and passionate football traditions. The jersey uses classic black vertical stripes on a bright yellow base, a black polo collar, and yellow-and-black striped socks resembling BVB’s traditional look. Criciúma president Pedro Paulo Canella said the kit is intended to revive shared history and represent the roots of the mining community. The release is positioned as a cultural bridge between South America and the Bundesliga.