Prized recruit Douglas Costa says it’s ‘time to win’ with Sydney FC

Sydney FC’s star signing Douglas Costa has promised to ‘deliver’ for the Sky Blues.

Douglas Costa is ready to star for Sydney FC this season. Picture: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images

Brazilian star Douglas Costa is ready to make another playing strip “iconic” as he prepares for his official Sydney FC debut this week in the AFC Champions League Two competition.

The Sky Blues will unveil their new Under Armour home kit for the 2024-25 campaign when they host Hong Kong outfit Eastern SC on Thursday night at Jubilee Oval.

The kit features a “one-of-a-kind sketch” of the Sydney Opera House, with the design honouring the Harbour City’s “cultural significance while proudly staying true to the club’s Sky Blue heritage”.

Costa – who has donned a host of famous strips in his decorated career, including those of Brazil, Juventus and Bayern Munich – liked the look and feel of Sydney’s new playing attire.

Douglas Costa is happy with Sydney FC’s new playing strip. Picture: NewsWire Handout

“I really like it … I only wear iconic jerseys,” said the livewire winger, who celebrated his 34th birthday on Saturday.

“Sydney is a winning club, so it’s a match with me being here. It’s time to win.

“I’m very excited and I can’t wait to get started in my first game. I’ve had a big welcome from everyone, and that will also help me deliver on the pitch.”

Costa is part of a dangerous Sydney attacking arsenal that also includes English winger Joe Lolley – who is set to embark on his third season with the club – and another recent recruit in Polish striker Patryk Klimala, the former Celtic and New York Red Bulls marksman who has joined the Sky Blues on loan from Sląsk Wrocław.

“I’ve had more time with Joe so far but I’ve seen Patryk play in the MLS, and I believe he will be a good fit for us,” Costa said.

“There are also other players that I will work well with like Leo Sena, Anthony Caceres and Anas Ouahim, who are players that will be close to me on the pitch and will be important for me as well.”

Originally published as Prized recruit Douglas Costa says it’s ‘time to win’ with Sydney FC