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Whether you are one of the greatest footballing nations in all of the world, middle of the road or even a whipping post for others, there is one thing that can always set your nation aside when it comes to the world stage.

That one thing is a cool, trendy or pure and simple awesome kit.

Some nations do it better than others and some company designers do it better than others, but without a doubt, these are the best of the best in football kits no matter the size of the nation.

All images via Football Fashion and UK Soccer Shop.

Japan, 2012

We start things off in the land of the rising sun, with perennial Asian Football Confederation (AFC) powerhouse, Japan.

The red stripe straight down the middle is a nice focal point on a shirt that combines navy and royal blue.

This home kit did receive a fair bit of criticism from Japanese supporters when it was first released late in 2011, which seems a little unfair. If they collect positive results while wearing the new kits, you can believe those criticisms will come to an end.

Slovenia, 2010

Flashy colors on display here, from a team that made a name for itself during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. The inclusion of the jagged green stripe adds an important element that breaks up what would have been too much blue to handle.

Uruguay, 2010

Sometimes, less is more.

That seems to be the plan of attack for Puma here, who will have Diego Forlan and company don this shirt for the upcoming year. The nations' colors are clearly represented, and the kit is still appealing, despite its simple design.

The Sun of May–Uruguay’s

 Cameroon, 2012

There is a giant lion’s face on the front of the shirt.

For that reason alone, Cameroon makes an appearance on this list.

Credit to Puma for not taking the safe route here and making the lion a small feature of the kit. You can't miss it.

South Korea, 2013

The winding red and blue stripes are unique, giving the shirt a fluidity that we don’t see from many others on this list.

It’s nice to see that not every design is based on straight lines.

Russia, 2012

A solid new kit from the Russians, who have fully recovered from the maroon uniforms they introduced two years ago.

The combination of the white and blue stripe on both the shirt and socks—trust me, it's on the socks as well—is a nice touch that helps you to identify who you are looking at immediately.

Mexico, 2010

The first in a strong group of black jerseys that appear on this list.

The gold trim on both the sleeves and collar are a nice touch, while the player name and number will also appear in gold when Chicharito and the rest of El Tri hit the pitch.

Ivory Coast, 2012

Bright orange from head to toe.

Not many nations have a kit nearly as flashy as the Elephants, which is the main reason why they make this list. As Puma did with many other African nations, the added cultural element on the shirt gives this kit a few bonus points.

Ghana, 2012

Back-to-back African nations represent the strength of the kits that Puma has released this year.

The Black Stars are one of the few teams that will be wearing a shirt that fades from one color to the next. The fact that the two colors are so vibrant makes the kit that much better.

Argentina, 2010

There are few better looks than the classic blue and white stripes of the Albiceleste. The decision to revert back to the thicker stripes and solid arm color make this an improvement over the previous incarnation.

Is this the kit Lionel Messi will be wearing when he silences those who (wrongly) criticize his performance with Argentina?

Spain, 2012

The away kit is the pick of the group when it comes to the defending European and World champions. While Spain's new home kit is disappointing, this more than makes amends for it.

The fade effect on the diagonal stripe is an interesting element, but the most integral part of this kit is found on the socks. The colors of the Spanish flag are displayed there, which makes this uniform instantly recognizable as that of La Furia Roja.

Italy, 2012

The Azzurri boast one of the most classic kits in world football history. A simple blue shirt with the Italian crest—no real bells and whistles needed.

Puma may have dropped the ball with the latest home kit, but managed to redeem themselves with this simple, clean away uniform. The blue block across the chest adds a nice old school feel, as it evokes memories of the shirt worn during the 1974 World Cup.

The only thing better than this for Italy is the goalie shirt that will be worn by Gianluigi Buffon. Brings back memories of legendary goalkeeper Dino Zoff in 1982, doesn’t it?

By : @aqmal_f17