The Return of Rebel: Chelsea Unveils Stunning 90s Throwback Kit with Nike Collaboration
Chelsea and Nike have collaborated to bring back the infamous 1994–96 away kit, known for breaking convention and dividing opinions. Discover the story behind the revival of this iconic jersey and its upcoming on-pitch debut.

Chelsea have teamed up with Nike to launch a new leisurewear collection inspired by their infamous 1994–96 away kit. The jersey divided opinion and broke convention when it was released by the Blues more than 30 years ago. But now, the bold tangerine and graphite design is coming back with Thursday's launch of its 'Return of the Rebel' range.When this original shirt was released just over three decades ago, it shocked many due to its striking appearance. The kit reached its zenith when Chelsea entered the Cup Winners' Cup in 1994-95 after a 23-year exile from European competitions, with the Blues going on to reach the semi-finals of the tournament. Now, Nike and Chelsea have re-imagined the jersey, which is set to make its on-pitch debut ahead of this weekend’s Premier League fixture against West Ham and the Women's FA Cup match against Manchester United next month. As part of the release, Chelsea legend Dennis Wise donned the new kit, which he wore during his time at the club. Moreover, this Return of the Rebel collection features '1990s hues' across t-shirts, tops, jacket and track pants, sweatshirts, and outerwear, with period club crests and lettering featured throughout. It is now available at the Megastore at Stamford Bridge and in the club’s online store. It is also available in men’s, women’s, and kids’ sizes, with the range celebrating 'risk, rebellion and reinvention – then and now'.After Enzo Maresca left Chelsea earlier this month, there were a few raised eyebrows when Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior was named as his successor. While it is still very early days, he has won five of his six matches in charge at Stamford Bridge, perhaps the highlight of which came in a 3-2 win at Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday night.After that victory, Rosenior told TNT Sports: "These players lost a manager that they really respected for reasons that are beyond my control or knowledge. So when you go through that as a young group, to accept a new manager the way they have done and for them to work as hard as they have done is a credit to them. It's not about me or my ego or trying to prove anything. I'm trying to do the very best I can with my group, with my staff and hopefully we can have more and more really good nights like this."I'm learning all the time about my team, about what we're capable of. I really wanted to be front-footed today. I wanted to go out and win the game. It's massive - that is huge for us to be able to be able to work with the players on the training round. You have to enjoy this job. We're the luckiest people in the world to do this job. You have to enjoy these moments, but we want more. You're in the Champions League, so at the end of the day you have to play against the best and beat the best."Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingChelsea are gearing up for a big few days as they host relegation-threatened West Ham at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, with a win potentially seeing them rise to fourth in the Premier League. Then, on Tuesday, they travel to Arsenal seeking to overturn a 3-2 first-leg deficit in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals.
Reviving a 90s Classic
Chelsea's partnership with Nike has led to the relaunch of their bold tangerine and graphite 90s away kit, famously controversial when first released over three decades ago. This 'Return of the Rebel' range pays homage to the original jersey that made waves in the footballing world.
Historical Significance
The original shirt gained prominence during Chelsea's return to European competitions after a 23-year absence, culminating in a memorable run to the Cup Winners' Cup semi-finals in 1994-95. The reimagined jersey will now make its comeback ahead of key fixtures for both the men's and women's teams.
Dennis Wise's Tribute
Chelsea legend Dennis Wise showcased the new kit, evoking nostalgia for fans who remember his time at the club. The 'Return of the Rebel' collection extends beyond the jersey, encompassing a range of leisurewear featuring '1990s hues' and vintage club insignia.
Liam Rosenior's Impact
Following the departure of Enzo Maresca, Liam Rosenior's appointment as Chelsea's new manager raised eyebrows. However, with an impressive start and notable victories like the recent Champions League win against Napoli, Rosenior is steadily making his mark on the team.
Upcoming Matches and Ambitions
Chelsea faces crucial fixtures ahead, with a clash against West Ham potentially propelling them to fourth place in the Premier League. Subsequently, the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals against Arsenal presents an opportunity for a comeback. Rosenior's ambition and focus on the team's performance set the stage for exciting encounters.






