Fresh off the back of last year’s rapid sell-out success, Defected and MEYBA have reunited once again to drop another instant classic – the Defected x MEYBA 2025 football shirt. With eyes firmly fixed on summer and ears tuned into the rhythm of house, this year’s strip is an all-new flex for fans of football and dance culture alike.
Following 2024’s Croatia-inspired drop, the new limited-edition release leans into a global vibe. Boldly fronting the Defected Worldwide globe logo and draped in a festival-ready gradient pulled straight from the heart of the season, the 2025 shirt levels up in both intent and detail. A collared v-neck silhouette brings the lifestyle edge, while staying true to the terrace DNA MEYBA are known for. Whether you're at Pacha or pitchside, this one’s built to move with the moment.
“After the success of last year’s Croatia shirt, we’re proud to reunite with Defected for 2025,” says Jonathan Jones, Global Head of Marketing at MEYBA. “This time, we’ve created a shirt that celebrates the entire year of Defected events – a true symbol of music, movement, and culture. It’s more than merch – it’s a badge of honour for the Defected community worldwide.”
Dig deeper and you’ll find gold-level details worthy of the dancefloor and the football museum. Twin embroidered gold stars pay homage to Defected’s two UK No.1s, while the Defected Worldwide woven side tab adds a discreet nod to the label’s ever-expanding global presence. Elsewhere, the shirt proudly wears a gold-stitched "Defected Since 1999" crest, a custom "25" squad number on the reverse, and the unmistakable "Our House Is Your House" woven patch on the sleeve – a true celebration of unity, culture, and community.
For those new to the MEYBA wave, the Spanish brand boasts serious credentials. Famously worn by legends like Maradona, Cruyff, and Guardiola during Barcelona’s golden era, MEYBA have long been synonymous with football heritage. Now, by linking with Defected – a cornerstone of electronic music for over two decades – they’re bridging the gap between pitch and party with style and substance.
The Defected x MEYBA special edition football shirt is available exclusively at store.defected.com/products/defected-worldwide-meyba-football-shirt
