Celta Debuts Retro 90s Jersey in Third Preseason Friendly Against Académico de Viseu

Celta de Vigo will debut a retro-style red third kit inspired by a 1990s jersey in their third preseason friendly against Académico de Viseu on July 29, 2026. The match, lasting 120 minutes, will be played behind closed doors at Afouteza and broadcast on Televisión de Galicia and Celta Media. Hugo Álvarez is the only new addition to the squad, having been medically cleared from an ankle injury. Javi Galán, Pablo Durán, and Borja Iglesias remain unavailable. The article also notes that Celta Fortuna will face Torreense, a Portuguese second division team that qualified for the Europa League as Taça de Portugal champions, in a separate afternoon match. The transfer market has been quiet for Celta, with the new jersey sparking fan debate.

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