Black Red Fade Football Jersey for Competitive Away Kits
The Black Red Fade Football Jersey for Competitive Away Kits uses a dark black base with red vertical graphics that fade toward the middle and lower sections.
The shirt looks bold, yet the main colors remain simple. Therefore, clubs can add their badge, sponsor, and player details without making the final layout feel overloaded.
A Practical Choice for an Away Collection
The second kit should look different from the home shirt
A club may already use white, blue, or another light color at home. In that case, black and red can create a clear alternative.
This design may suit:
- Away league matches
- Cup competitions
- Evening tournaments
- Reserve squads
- Seven-a-side teams
- Futsal teams
- Academy travel kits
- Special event matches
The black base also works with several short colors.
For example, the team may select black shorts for a complete dark kit. Alternatively, white shorts can create stronger contrast.
Keep Names and Numbers Easy to Read
A dark jersey needs a clear numbering plan.
Possible number directions include:
- White numbers
- White numbers with red outlines
- Silver numbers
- Light grey numbers
- Red numbers with white borders
The back may use a simpler black section so the player information remains clear.
In addition, the number font should be approved before production. Thin fonts may disappear against the vertical pattern, while a wider font usually gives better visibility.
Balance Sponsors with the Main Graphic
The front can support:
- Club badge
- Main sponsor
- Sleeve sponsor
- Competition logo
- Player number
- Team initials
- Founding year
- Small manufacturer label
However, the red fade already creates a strong central design.
For this reason, the sponsor should not use too many extra colors. White, silver, or a simple one-color logo may work better than a complex full-color mark.
Create Different Levels Within the Club
The same design can support several squads.
For instance:
- Senior team: black and red
- Reserve team: navy and red
- Youth team: charcoal and red
- Goalkeeper: green and black
- Coaches: plain black
- Supporters: relaxed-fit version
Only the main colors and small branding areas need to change.
Consequently, the club can maintain one visual system across several product types.
Record the Details for Midseason Orders
Away shirts may be used less often than home shirts. Even so, new players and replacements can still create extra demand.
Keep a record of:
- Approved artwork
- Black and red references
- Fabric structure
- Size chart
- Number font
- Sponsor size
- Collar type
- Packing details
When the club places a repeat order, these records reduce the need to rebuild the project from the beginning.
Confirm the Sample in Different Light
Dark colors may appear different in bright sunlight and indoor lighting.
During sample approval, check:
- Black depth
- Red tone
- Pattern visibility
- Sponsor contrast
- Number clarity
- Fabric surface
- Collar shape
- Washing result
A sample should also be photographed from a normal viewing distance, not only in close-up.
This helps the club understand how the shirt may look during a real match.
Prepare the Away Kit Order
Send your badge, home-kit colors, required away colors, quantity, size list, sponsor files, and delivery date. We can adapt this black red fade football jersey into a full away kit with shorts, socks, and goalkeeper options.
Work With Jinjiang Surui Apparel
Jinjiang Surui Apparel Co., Ltd. provides OEM and ODM manufacturing support for custom sportswear and men’s wear buyers.
We support fabric selection, artwork development, sample making, custom labels, packaging, bulk production, quality inspection, and export delivery.
Our team works with clubs, schools, academies, sportswear brands, wholesalers, distributors, and private label buyers.
Visit our contact page and send your artwork, estimated quantity, size breakdown, target market, and required delivery date. We will review the project and recommend a suitable development plan.
