Ranking Liverpool's Most Iconic Kits That Defined the 21st Century
Liverpool have crafted some extraordinary jerseys since 2000, collaborating with five distinct manufacturers to create some unforgettable classics.
Four of these manufacturers—with respect to Warrior—have designed some exceptional kits in recent years, worn by a collection of Merseyside legends and club heroes. Each uniform brings back powerful memories for fans, whether tied to a particular player, fixture or even a specific goal.
Liverpool have rejoined adidas in 2025 for their third partnership with the sportswear giant, revealing impressive home and away kits expected to quickly sell out.
But which contemporary Liverpool kit stands out most? Here are our top 10 selections since 2000.
Ranking Liverpool's Best Kits Since 2000
10. 2004–06 Home
There's nothing particularly remarkable about Reebok's last creation as Liverpool's kit supplier in terms of aesthetics, but the home jersey will forever remain memorable due to the club's incredible on-pitch accomplishments between 2004 and 2006.
The Reds achieved the miracle of Istanbul wearing this exact kit, recovering from a three-goal halftime deficit to defeat Milan on penalties in the most legendary Champions League final ever.
Additional silverware came the subsequent season when Steven Gerrard almost single-handedly carried the Reds to FA Cup triumph over West Ham United, further cementing the shirt's place in club history.
9. 2006–07 Third
Adidas delivered three outstanding designs during their Liverpool reunion for the 2006–07 campaign, including this distinctive and eye-catching third kit. A unique teal pattern on one half of the jersey flowed down into the shorts, beautifully matching the green Carlsberg sponsorship.
The contrasting shoulder stripes added an elegant detail, with the shirt perfectly embodying the Xabi Alonso and Gerrard midfield partnership. Liverpool rarely wore this design, but it commanded attention whenever they did.
8. 2023–24 Third
Apart from occasional goalkeeper kits, Liverpool have seldom worn purple. New Balance tried it for the club's away strip in 2018–19, but the orange highlights on that design were visually jarring. Nike executed it flawlessly in 2023–24, however.
The soft purple combined with black and white details created a captivating design, with an asymmetric pattern embossed on the jersey adding extra appeal. It's another that was worn sparingly, which is truly unfortunate.
7. 2017–18 Home
Liverpool's 2017–18 home kit represents the genuine start of the Jürgen Klopp revolution. Mohamed Salah had just joined to create one of the most lethal attacking trios in Premier League history, and Philippe Coutinho's £142 million ($188.1 million) transfer to Barcelona mid-season enabled the acquisition of Virgil van Dijk.
New Balance had already produced some excellent kits for the Reds following the disappointing Warrior era, but this rich red jersey with a clean white V-neck collar ranked among their finest work.
The kit would be even more celebrated had Liverpool claimed the Champions League final they reached that season, but unfortunately, Loris Karius had different ideas.
6. 2000–02 Home
While the 2004–06 Reebok home kit has achieved legendary status, the manufacturer's 2000–02 home jersey is actually superior in design. A bold retro collar and a pale red stripe across the sponsor blended perfectly with white accents, appearing especially magnificent in long sleeves.
It was a beautiful shirt to welcome the new millennium, with Liverpool even securing a treble during their first season wearing the kit. An unusual collection of trophies included the FA Cup, League Cup and UEFA Cup.
5. 2025–26 Away
This might be hasty, but we're already placing Liverpool's 2025–26 away kit in the top five. Adidas have returned impressively, revealing a remarkably clean jersey to remind the club's fans of what they've missed since 2012.
A subtle off-white foundation is enhanced by red and black highlights on the sleeves and collar, while a distinctive club badge features the Liverbird positioned within a royal shield. Everything works in perfect synchronization, with the long sleeve version once again being the standout.
4. 2021–22 Away
Liverpool's 2021–22 away jersey resembles the club's newest away kit in terms of the dominant off-white shade, but it was specifically created by Nike to pay tribute to the club's legendary 1996–97 away shirt manufactured by Reebok. It merged vintage and contemporary elements flawlessly.
An exceptionally sharp collar and bright red details made the jersey stand out, as it did during Liverpool's memorable 5–0 victory against arch-rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford. A performance worthy of such an elegant design.
3. 2019–20 Home
Liverpool reached remarkable heights in 2019–20 as they concluded their painful 30-year wait for a league championship, claiming their first Premier League title in an elegant kit. Easily the finest of the New Balance period, the sophisticated pinstripes mirrored the club's excellence on the pitch.
Klopp's team dominated the Premier League wearing this specific jersey, which was one of three outstanding designs from New Balance for 2019–20. This beloved kit is as refined as possible and also symbolizes the conclusion of a torturous wait for supreme domestic success.
2. 2007–08 Third
Adidas's second collaboration with Liverpool was consistently excellent. Black kits have been common alternative strips for the Reds since 2000, but they have never been executed with such flair, enhanced on this occasion by a distinctive and asymmetric red stripe running down the shirt's front.
Gerrard performed brilliantly in this design during the 2007–08 season, helping lead Liverpool to a top four Premier League position and the Champions League semifinals. He certainly looked magnificent in this masterpiece.
1. 2006–08 Home
Liverpool's newest home jersey is obviously inspired by the club's 2006–08 home kit. Both feature a classic Liverpool-red foundation and white piping along each side of the shirt's front, but the vintage version is enhanced by a gorgeous collar and the legendary Carlsberg sponsorship.
Most Liverpool jerseys during the 2000s were inevitably connected with Gerrard, but this specific kit is perhaps more associated with Fernando Torres and the remarkable partnership he developed with the Reds captain.