Boca's new commemorative shirt to debut against Católica | OneFootball

Boca will wear this Thursday a new commemorative home jersey based on the one it wore in 2001. It will debut against Universidad Católica in the final matchday of the Copa Libertadores group stage, which will be played at La Bombonera.

In terms of design, the new kit made by Adidas is a clear tribute to that historic shirt from the beginning of the millennium. The garment stands out for keeping the traditional blue base, incorporating the iconic side panels in a darker navy blue tone, outlined by a yellow trim that shapes the silhouette from the shoulders downward.

Front and back view of Boca’s new jersey.

On the front, the layout is completely symmetrical. The club crest is placed in the center of the chest, just below the German brand’s logo in yellow. The emblematic horizontal band features the current main sponsor, Betsson, in blue letters.

Boca’s new jersey.

Meanwhile, the back keeps a clean aesthetic, highlighted by the darker lower panel and an exclusive detail on the nape: a circular badge with the continent, alluding to the Libertadores, with the wording "25 years - 2001" inside. The sleeves carry sponsor Cetrogar and finish with a subtle yellow trim.

The full kit.

Details of Boca’s new jersey

When compared with the unforgettable original model worn 25 years ago, the structural similarities are evident, especially in the dark side cuts and the central alignment of the emblems. However, the reissue features adaptations of its own, reflecting the times and the change of sponsors.

2001 vs. 2026 comparison.

The most noticeable difference in the front layout lies in the order of the logos: while in the 2001 model Nike’s swoosh was placed below the Xeneize crest, in the 2026 version the Adidas logo appears above it.

In addition, the original shirt’s distinctive blue-and-yellow "V" neck was replaced by a plain, round collar with a more modern cut. Finally, the historic "Quilmes" sponsor with its light blue typography gives way to the current brand’s look on the band.

The shorts from Boca’s 2026 collection.

This Thursday at the Temple, Xeneize fans will be able to enjoy a trip back in time from the stands, while the team looks to put the finishing touch on its group-stage campaign wearing an armor that inevitably evokes nights of pure international glory.

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