# Nordic Soccer Apparel The New Norway Soccer Kit Celebrates National Pride By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-03-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norway-soccer References: [worldsoccershop](http://www.worldsoccershop.com/shop-by-national-team-norway-national-soccer-team.html) & [news.nike](http://news.nike.com/news/norwegian-football-association-unveil-first-ever-nike-home-and-away-kits) The first ever [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-soccer-jersey)-designed Norway soccer kits bring together the latest in Nike's high-performance technology with visual cues honoring the Nordic nation's footballing heritage. The kits were unveiled by teenage [Real Madrid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-madrid) player Martin Odegaard, Norway's youngest ever player. The home kit is red and bears a gradient dark blue sash that thins out as it runs from right shoulder to left hip. White shorts and blue socks complete a crisp and timeless look. The away kit is white and features a subtle and beautiful checkered pattern, with white shorts and socks completing a clean and minimalist look. These new Norway soccer kits could herald a new period of success for the Norwegian team as it looks to return to the footballing elite. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **High-performance Soccer Apparel:** The use of advanced technology in soccer apparel to enhance players' performance and comfort. - **Visual Cues in Sports Apparel:** Using design elements and patterns that pay homage to a team's heritage in sports apparel. - **Return of National Pride:** The resurgence of national pride in sports teams and the significance of sporting success for a country. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sportswear and Athletic Apparel:** Opportunities for sportswear brands to develop innovative, high-performance soccer apparel. - **Athletic Footwear:** Companies specializing in athletic footwear can collaborate with soccer apparel brands to create footwear that complements the designs of the kits. - **Sports Marketing and Events:** Creating marketing campaigns and events that highlight the historical and cultural significance of national teams and their apparel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bespoke Jersey Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-kit-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Soccer Jersey Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-soccer-jersey.md) - [Singer-Backed Modern Football Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venezia-fc-1.md) - [Italian International Football Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-international-football-jersey.md) - [Tuxedo-Inspired Soccer Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aik-and-nike.md) - [Technical Football Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furon-v8-collection.md) - [Cartoon Reporter-Inspired Football Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belgian-away-kit.md) - [Old-School Soccer Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90sinspired-soccer-collection.md) - [Creative Eerie-Themed Soccer Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scary-good.md)