PSG x TEAM WANG Design: Inside the Lunar New Year 2026 Pre-Match Shirt

The worlds of luxury streetwear and elite football have collided once again. To celebrate the 2026 Lunar New Year—the Year of the Fire Horse—Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has teamed up with Jackson Wang’s visionary label, TEAM WANG design, to drop an ultra-exclusive capsule collection.

At the center of the hype is the stunning PSG x TEAM WANG Lunar New Year 2026 Pre-Match Shirt, a masterclass in blending contemporary athletic wear with rich cultural heritage.

Here is a closer look at the design details, cultural inspiration, and on-pitch debut of this limited-edition warm-up kit.

A Design Steeped in Tradition and Modernity

Moving away from standard football kit templates, TEAM WANG design took a minimalist yet striking approach to this collaborative piece:

• The Canvas: The shirt features a clean, crisp white base that allows the bold graphics to take center stage.

• Ink & Watercolor Aesthetics: The lower half of the jersey is anchored by a vibrant red gradient that sweeps upward, transitioning from deep burgundy to lighter crimson tones. This graphic treatment is heavily inspired by the fluid brushstrokes of traditional Chinese ink and watercolor art.

• The Year of the Fire Horse: Woven directly into the striking red brushstrokes at the hem is the Chinese calligraphic character for “Horse” (馬). The character is repeated as a background pattern, serving as an artistic nod to the 2026 zodiac.

• Co-Branded Details: The chest proudly displays the iconic PSG badge opposite the Nike Swoosh. Centered just below the collar is a custom “TWD” (TEAM WANG design) logo printed in a matching red gradient. Standard “Qatar Airways” (front) and “Visit Rwanda” (back) sponsor logos complete the authentic match-day look.

Built for the Pitch, Styled for the Streets

While the aesthetics draw from traditional art and luxury streetwear, the construction is pure performance. The shirt utilizes advanced, moisture-wicking mesh fabric designed to keep players cool during high-intensity warm-ups. For fans, this breathable material translates to a comfortable, lightweight fit that pairs perfectly with denim—as showcased in the campaign imagery.

The On-Pitch Debut

This jersey isn’t just for the lookbooks. The PSG squad will officially debut the TEAM WANG warm-up shirts on the pitch during their Ligue 1 clash against FC Metz at the Parc des Princes on February 21, 2026.