PUMA & Manchester City Ignite the Year of the Fire Horse with Limited-Edition Capsule
Global sportswear powerhouse PUMA and Manchester City have officially unveiled the Year of the Fire Horse Capsule Collection, a striking limited-edition range that blends football culture with heritage-inspired artistry. Anchored by a unique pre-match jersey, the collection celebrates motion, energy and tradition through a refined, contemporary design lens.
Set in earthy, neutral tones, the capsule draws inspiration from the quiet elegance of vintage Chinese portraiture, contrasted with the unstoppable momentum of a football team in full stride. At the heart of the collection is the Manchester City Year of the Horse pre-match jersey, featuring hand-drawn Fire Horse artwork that symbolises power, movement and relentless drive.
Influenced by traditional Chinese ink and watercolour techniques, the sketched horse motifs add depth and fluidity, creating a design that feels alive and expressive. It’s heritage with horsepower — crafted not only for matchday moments, but for everyday wear beyond the pitch.
The capsule also includes a PUMA KING Anthem Jacket featuring a bespoke font, alongside a leisurewear tee and cap, rounding out a collection that seamlessly merges lifestyle appeal with football identity.
Reflecting Manchester City’s global reach and PUMA’s commitment to storytelling through design, the Year of the Horse Capsule Collection blends cultural symbolism with modern football aesthetics. The result is a range that transcends sport, resonating with Cityzens and fans around the world.
“The Year of the Horse Capsule Collection is about capturing energy, motion, and heritage through design. The Fire Horse artwork represents power and momentum — qualities that define Manchester City both on and off the pitch. This collection allows us to celebrate cultural storytelling while continuing to push football aesthetics forward in a way that feels modern, meaningful, and authentic.”
Marco Mueller, Senior Director of Product Line Management Teamsport Apparel at PUMA, commented:
“We are excited to launch this capsule collection with PUMA today as we celebrate the Year of the Horse with our fans around the world. In recent years, our collections have been hugely successful, and we hope fans enjoy the exciting designs and products on offer.”
David Tang, Chief Executive Officer for China at City Football Group, added:
Engineered for comfort and everyday performance, the Year of the Horse pre-match jersey incorporates PUMA’s dryCELL sweat-wicking technology to help keep wearers dry and comfortable. Supporting PUMA’s sustainability goals, the jersey is produced using the RE:FIBRE initiative, containing at least 95% recycled textile waste and other used polyester materials — reinforcing a more circular production process without compromising quality.
The Manchester City Year of the Horse Capsule Collection will be available from 6 February 2026 at PUMA.com, Totalsports, JD Sports and Studio 88. The pre-match jersey will make its on-pitch debut on 1 February, when Manchester City face Tottenham Hotspur.
