Ranking the Top 10 Copa America kits: Argentina an instant classic, but US miss the mark

It's not too far removed from a Nike t-shirt, but the USMNT have pieced together a decent home kit. The trim is clean, while the number positioning - under the famous "swoosh" - is cool. Not exactly a classic, but a decent effort from the hosts.

USA home kit at Nike

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It wouldn't be on many bingo cards for a top-quality Copa America kit, but Peru's away strip is one of the best alternates in the tournament. The black-and-gold color can't be beaten, while the sleeve patterns give it a bit of flare, too.

Peru Away kit at Pro:Direct Soccer

In truth, Argentina's World Cup-winning away kit wasn't the best thing. The albiceleste looked a bit messy in the faded color patterns - an adidas experiment that didn't quite work. Lesson learned, then. The royal blue base pops, while the brand's teamgeist-esque side panels offer a nod to past shirts. Simple and retro. A fine effort.

Argentina Away kit at Pro:Direct Soccer

The sash remains! Peru have donned kits with the signature diagonal red stripe since the 1930s, despite going through a number of different manufacturers during that period. In their second stab at designing the south American side's kit, adidas have kept the iconic design around - and absolutely nailed it this time.

Peru Home kit at Pro:Direct Soccer

Colombia have enjoyed a good run of shirts recently, going back to their eye-catching kits that proved to be one of the surprise hits of the 2018 World Cup. This one isn't quite so out there, but adidas have nailed the simplicity. Luis Diaz and company will be wearing shirts that are a sort of understated yellow, with patterned orange panels down the sides. Throw in the mismatching shorts, and it's a wonderful spin on a classic.

Colombia Home kit at Pro:Direct Soccer

Trust the Selecao to come up with a classic. The standard bright colors are all here, while the collar is a nice touch. Chuck in the middle badge and detail on the edge of the sleeves, and this is a mixture of some of the nation's best.

Brazil home kit at Nike

The third star over the badge. The classic blue and white stripes, only a bit brighter than in years past. Everything about this radiates World champions. It's a tournament-winning kit.

Argentina Home kit at Pro:Direct Soccer

Do Colombia need a black away kit? Not really. It would appear to go against every principle of vibrancy and fun that adidas has put out for the country in recent years. But somehow, it works - the orange trim giving what appears to be a slick kit some real pop.

Colombia Home kit at Pro:Direct Soccer

El Tri might not have their strongest squad, but their kits - home and away - are fantastic. The away strip might be the best. Lime green, with trim that pays homage to the Mexican coat of arms, it's a fine looking thing - equal parts cool streetwear and on-the-pitch beauty.

Mexico Away kit at Pro:Direct Soccer

In-house designers don't always work when it comes to jerseys. Poor materials, weird designs - pretty much everything is on the table. But Uruguay have got it exactly right here. There's the original flag, the proper collar, and old fashioned numbering. A classic.