Footy Headlines has released 10 new pictures of the Manchester City 26-27 away kit, and the design is already turning heads. While the initial leak was listed as a mockup, sources confirm the design is identical to the real Puma-produced jersey that Manchester City will wear on the road for the 2026-2027 Premier League season.
Worker Bee Design Honors Manchester Heritage
The standout feature of the new Manchester City away shirt is its all-over sublimated pattern of worker bees. This is a direct nod to Manchester’s iconic industrial heritage — the worker bee has long been a symbol of the city’s hardworking spirit, famously representing the “busy bee” of Manchester’s 19th-century textile mills and factories. It’s a meaningful choice that connects the club’s identity to its home city in a way few recent kits have attempted.
The bee motif is embossed across the entire fabric, giving the shirt a textured, premium feel that should look great both on the pitch and in the stands. The base color and secondary accents have not been fully detailed in the leaks, but early images suggest a striking combination that will stand out during City’s away fixtures.
Puma’s Third Season with City
This will mark the third season of Puma’s partnership with Manchester City, following the successful transition from Nike. Each season, Puma has pushed creative boundaries with City’s kits — from the tonal sky blue home shirts to bold away designs — and the 26-27 away kit continues that trend. The worker bee pattern represents one of the most unique design approaches Puma has taken for any of its Premier League clubs.
For fans looking to customize their own Manchester City-inspired apparel, the worker bee motif offers fantastic design inspiration. The embossed sublimated pattern style is something that translates beautifully to custom-printed shirts, training gear, and supporter wear. Whether you are after a full replica or a unique twist on the design, the 2026-27 season is shaping up to be one of the most stylish yet for the reigning Premier League champions.
Official release details from Puma and Manchester City are expected in the coming months, with the kit set to debut during pre-season friendlies ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.