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      Why is England wearing an all-white kit against Greece?

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      ENGLAND return to Nations League action with a home fixture against Greece – and their kit will be very reminiscent of the past.Interim head coach Lee Carsley is hoping to build on his 100 percent winning record since taking charge in August.Harry Kane’s double helped England secure two wins on the spinCredit: RexGoals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish fired Carsley to his first win against the Republic of Ireland.And his Three Lions side followed that up with a 2-0 triumph over Finland three days later courtesy of a double from captain Harry Kane.Fans will be praying Carsley doesn’t change his tactics as it has led to exciting, back-to-back victories.But one thing that will change is the kit England wear, and it is being worn for a specific reasonRead more on EnglandWhy is England wearing an all-white kit against Greece?England are wearing an all-white kit to avoid a clash with Greece, who will line up in an all-blue kit.It will also be a nod to the iconic David Beckham game where he scored his most important international goal 23 years ago against Greece.The majestic moment which still gives Becks “goosebumps” rescued a 2-2 draw and took the late Sven Goran Eriksson’s men to the 2002 World Cup.England usually wear white shirts and blue shorts for home matches,Most read in FootballHowever, England will swap the blue shorts for white at Wembley TONIGHT.Meanwhile, Greece will play in all-blue, just like they did during that epic 2001 match.Wayne Rooney doesn’t hesitate in naming England’s best player as Man Utd legend snubs Jude Bellingham What has David Beckham said?Speaking to the Daily Mail on the 20-year anniversary of the strike, Beckham said: “I get goosebumps when I think about it, talk about it, watch it, it was just a special moment.”He added: “To represent my country, to captain my country, to score a goal that meant so much to our country and the fans, and to do it all at Old Trafford, for me, it couldn’t have been any more perfect.”David Beckham’s goal against Greece has gone down in historyCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdWho is in the England Nations League squad?Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones and Newcastle full-back Tino Livramento were late call-ups to the England squad.Kobbie Mainoo, Ezri Konsa and Morgan Gibbs-White all had to withdraw through injury. Below is the original squad chosen by Carsley. More

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      Man Utd set to play in colour they’ve never worn before as ‘snowflake’ design ‘revealed’ for away kit

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to make history by wearing a new colour next season, reports suggest.The design of the Red Devils new away strip for the 2025/26 season appears to have already been leaked. Manchester United’s new kit will see them use a new colourCredit: footyheadlines.comIt will feature a combination of white, light lavender and dark plumCredit: footyheadlines.comAdidas have drawn inspiration from the United away kit from 1990-92Credit: Allsport – GettyKit designers Adidas are set to use a colour the club have not used before.According to FootyHeadlines, the kit will use three colours; white, light lavender and dark plum.The white and light lavender colour will be the main colours of the kit, while dark plum makes up the accents, while the shorts will also come in dark plum.It is said that the kit will also feature a “snowflake” design.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThis is said to be a throwback to United’s iconic light blue, white and red away strip worn from 1990 to 1992.The snowflake design has been used on three previous United kits by Adidas.Those were the 2015/16 third kit, the 17/18 away kit and this season’s away kit.The Old Trafford outfit have used purple kits before for their goalkeeper strips, but never on their main outfield kit.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAdidas extended its kit deal with United in July of last year.The deal saw them sign a 10-year extension to take them to 2035 in a record-breaking deal worth £900million.How would Southgate and Tuchel transform Man Utd flops and who is best for job?This increased from their previous deal worth £750m over 10 years. More

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      Arsenal fans say ‘take my money now’ as away kit for 2025-26 leaked including incredible nod to iconic retro jersey

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      ARSENAL’S away kit for next season will be inspired by the club’s iconic 1995/96 blue shirt, according to reports.The Gunners may be just nine games into the new season – but Adidas’ ideas for a new look have supposedly been leaked.Arsenal’s new away kit is set to look like thisCredit: XThe rumoured new kit is based on the shirt from the 1995/96 campaignCredit: GettyThe original shirt was made by NikeCredit: RexBack 29 years ago, the club had a much-loved away kit with a zig-zag in dark and light blue on it.And the retro Nike design it set to come back next campaign, with Adidas planning a modern take on the classic.An AI prediction of what the kit might look like on Bukayo Saka has surfaced on social media and fans love it.One said: “Take my money now.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “That is lovely.”A third wrote: “This would be elite.”More commented: “The gold Premier League champions badge might throw the colours off.”But Arsenal fans will be hoping the shirt only brings back a retro vibe rather than the team’s form that season.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIn the 1995/96 campaign under Bruce Rioch, the Gunners finished fifth in the Premier League and crashed out the FA Cup in the third round.Ian Wright was the top scorer that year with 23 goals.Former Arsenal and England star, 32, completes League Two free transfer after months unemployed Arsenal player ratingsBy Tony Robertson, Digital Sports ReporterLEANDRO TROSSARD inspired Arsenal to a dramatic injury-time 4-2 win after Leicester’s second-half fightbackHere’s how SunSport’s Tony Robertson rated the players…David Raya – 6After quiet first half Spaniard had to be alert in the second. Quick distribution allowed Arsenal to sustain attacking pressure.Could do nothing for the goal after being wrong-footed by the Havertz deflection and was at full stretch for Justin’s world class equalising volley.Jurrien Timber – 7Showed off both sides of his game with some good early interceptions before a superb low cross to set up Martinelli’s opener.Skied a shot over the bar following a goal mouth scramble in the second half.William Saliba – 7Expertly marshalled Jamie Vardy whenever caught in a one-v-one situation in the first half.Gave away a free-kick against the Foxes ace which ended up going in after a deflection off Havertz.Gabriel Magalhaes – 7After being centre of attention against Tottenham and Man City, the Brazilian had a more low-key day dealing with the Foxes, at least in the first half. His problems today were more on the ball than off.Saw one near-post header miraculously saved by Hermansen in the second half.Riccardo Calafiori – 6Closed down a dangerous chance early on after some sloppy midfield play from Thomas Partey, often tucked into midfield when in possession and looked very comfortable in the role.Went missing for Justin’s equaliser and was booked in the second half. Denied by a goal with a far-post header by a superb Hermansen save.Thomas Partey – 5Caught out on the ball in the opening stages by Ndidi but recovered to play some nice passes.Seemed absent from the midfield at times when asked to defend.Declan Rice – 6Made some good runs into the attacking third and was always able to offer an option. Delivered some dangerous corners and provided energy in midfield, even if much of the rest of his impact on the game was limited.Saw a pass into Havertz on the edge of the area result in a penalty appeal that was waved away.Kai Havertz – 7Back in midfield role today and looked assured in much of his play. Nodded a header agonisingly wide in the 37th minute. Saw Leicester’s goal just after half-time deflect in off his chest to wrong foot Raya.Only denied a goal by a world-class save by Hermansen and was denied a penalty moments later. Showed desire to get to the far-post and score a last-minute goal and make it 4-2 after a Jesus run.Bukayo Saka – 7Usual bright self and tested the gloves of Hermansen early on before smart switch to play in Martinelli, who should have done better before skying his shot over the bar. Moments later played in Timber before he set up the opener.A real captain’s performance from the winger with the most chances created, most shots and most completed dribbles out of any of his team-mates – and he chipped in with an assist.Gabriel Martinelli – 8Naughty tackle from ex-Spurs man Oliver Skipp didn’t dampen his spirits as he ended his goal drought by netting from Timber’s low cross. Arsenal’s most dangerous player in the first half and ended with an assist for Trossard on the stroke of half-time.Faded in the second half and did not get back in time for Justin’s equaliser before being hooked for Sterling.Leandro Trossard – 9Tigerish work leading the line and forced a number of high turnovers, one of which led to a good Martinelli chance being saved by Hermansen. Got a goal for his efforts with a deft side foot into the bottom corner on the stroke of half-time.Struck the wood work in the 58th minute and should have scored after Arsenal won the ball back high. Was eventually the match winner with a scruffy injury time strike from close range.SubsRaheem Sterling (on for Martinelli 74 mins) – 5Didn’t make much impact after coming on.Ethan Nwaneri (on for Partey 85 mins) – 7First act after getting the ball was to dribble and curl a shot to the far corner, which was destined for the net if not for a superb Hermansen save.Gabriel Jesus (on for Trossard 94 mins) – 6Dribble and shot helped Havertz net a last minute goal. More

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      Barcelona to wear never-before-seen kit for next Clasico with logo of world famous band plastered on the front

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      BARCELONA will wear a special shirt for the El Clasico next month.Hansi Flick’s side have made a sensational start to the domestic season, winning all six of their LaLiga games and scoring 22 goals in the process.SunSport has mocked up what Barcelona’s Coldplay shirt could look like for El ClasicoColdplay played four shows in Barcelona last yearCredit: GettyTheir brilliant run has opened up a four-point advantage to second-place Real Madrid at the top of the table.It means they are likely to go into the Clasico at the Bernabeu on October 27 with a lead in the title race.And, according to Sport, the high-stakes match will see Barcelona wear a limited edition kit with British rock band Coldplay’s logo on it.This is in keeping with the deal the Catalan giants have with Spotify – the name sponsor of the Camp Nou.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey have previously worn shirts promoting the likes of The Rolling Stones, Shakira and Drake.Now it is set to be Coldplay’s turn as they prepare to release their new album “Moon Music” on October 4.The logo that will go on the shirt has yet to be revealed, but SunSport has mocked up a picture of what it could look like.Coldplay, who played four concerts in Barcelona last year, have an affiliation with the football club that goes back to Pep Guardiola’s time as manager.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBarcelona have worn Drake’s OVO owl on their shirtCredit: GettyThey also donned The Rolling Stones’ tongue logoCredit: GettyDuring that hugely successful period, the band’s song “Viva la Vida” became a song regularly played in the Nou Camp following Barcelona’s various triumphs.Speaking about their connection to the club in an interview last year, Coldplay guitarist Jonny Buckland said: “I did know about Barca and I remember reading about it at the time and thinking ‘how cool’.Watch moment Barcelona boss Hansi Flick gives 16-year-old substitute serious death stare after cheeky act “They were the best team on the planet at that time and they played football from another galaxy and it’s interesting because this song [Viva la Vida] really took shape in Barcelona.”We love playing it, especially here where it was born and where it has such a special meaning.””Viva la Vida” was also played after Barcelona’s final game before they left the Nou Camp as renovations began on the stadium.They are hoping to move back in before the end of the year.In the meantime, they have been playing their games at the Olympic Stadium. More

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      From a ‘Wetherspoons plate’ to something you’d throw up after a night out, the worst footie kits ever revealed

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      MANCHESTER City fans are looking back in anger at their side’s 0-0 draw on Wednesday against Inter Milan in the new “Oasis-inspired” fourth kit.After the match, City defender Manuel Akanji admitted he’d accidentally passed to the assistant ref because the official’s top looked like his side’s special-edition shirt.Erling Haaland in Wednesday’s disappointing 0-0 Champions League draw with InterCredit: AlamyThe Definitely City strip was part-designed by Noel Gallagher to mark the 30th anniversary of debut album Definitely MaybeCredit: PUMA / BEEMOne supporter fumed that the Definitely City strip – part-designed by the band’s Noel Gallagher to mark the 30th anniversary of debut album Definitely Maybe – was “the worst footie kit I’ve ever seen.”But in the league of garish football garb, the peach and blue shirt is nowhere near top of the table. Garish classic replica football shirts are trendy with Gen Z, who are as likely to flaunt an obscure top as they are a team’s main colours.True collectors will want all three – home, away and third kits, which can cost £80 to £110 each. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIf the strips have been “match-worn” by a star player in a memorable game they can fetch thousands of pounds.That has led to clubs battling to put out even more eye-catching kit.Premier League champs City went further, by introducing the Definitely City strip – inspired by the front room shown on the album’s cover – to be worn during home matches in the Champions League this season.The “authentic” shirt will set fans back £125. But it does come in a “collector’s box” featuring Noel on the front.Most read in FootballSo which club kits are winners and which deserve to be relegated to the nearest charity shop?Fashion Editor Clemmie Fieldsend is our referee.How much every Premier League club earns in shirt sponsorsMANCHESTER CITYBOSS Pep Guardiola strummed the guitar in a photoshoot recreation of Oasis’s Definitely Maybe album for the fourth kit’s launch.And while the shirt’s colours, seen above on Erling Haaland, are inspired by the famous album cover, they don’t appear to be in tune with fans who prefer the famous sky-blue hues.Clemmie says: “Some might say this Oasis themed shirt is Wonderwall, but Man alive, it’s reminding me of a dinner lady’s tabard.”NORWICH CITYThere is no excuse for this Norwich City multi-coloured goalie kitCredit: Norwich CityTHE Canaries can’t do much about the fact their yellow and green colours resemble what might be regurgitated after a heavy night out.But there is no excuse for this multi-coloured goalie kit, which is even more offensive to the eyes than their much sought-after early Nineties home shirt.Clemmie says: “The print looks like it’s come straight off a bus seat, and that’s not a fashion goal or a keeper.”TOTTENHAMTottenham’s army-green kitsCredit: tottenhamhotspur.comIT’S perhaps understandable that Tottenham fans might want to go out in camouflage after the Premier League side’s poor start to the season.But surely their army-green third shirt blends in too much with the turf and will make it difficult for team-mates to pick each other out.Clemmie says: “It may be ‘first the worst’ in the children’s rhyme, but third has outdone it when it comes to Tottenham’s reserve shirt.”IPSWICH TOWNIpswich Town’s pink and white third kit is sponsored by Ed Sheeran’s world tourED SHEERAN has worn his beloved Ipswich Town’s third kit, which is sponsored by his world tour.While the ­pop collaboration makes sense, the pink colour with white musical frequencies on it is nothing but a bad equation.Clemmie says: “Featuring sound waves from fans at Portman Road, plus the local coastline, Framlingham Castle and Wolsey’s Gate – local tourism chiefs must be thrilled.”CHELSEAIt looks like Chelsea have stuck a white top in a washing machine with blue dye to create this kitHAVING splashed out more than £300million on players this summer, it seems the West London club didn’t have much cash left over to hire a kit designer.Instead they seem to have stuck a white top in a washing machine with blue dye and left it to see what would happen.Clemmie says: “It’s not very likely that this child-like design is going to ignite any fires in fashion.”STOKE CITYStoke City’s third kit reminds Clemmie of ‘Lady Gaga’s famous meat dress’Credit: Southampton FCTHE Championship side have just sacked their manager Steven Schumacher – but the designers who did their third kit deserve the push as well. For a part of the world that is famous for its potteries, you might think they could do better.Clemmie says: “Stoke City’s third kit reminds me of Lady Gaga’s famous meat dress with its patchy pink design – and not in a good way.”ARSENALArsenal supporters blasted the decision to have kits with similar colours to those of Man CityTHE Gunners have gone for a sky-blue third kit, with very similar colours to those of their biggest league rivals, Man City.But that decision has been blasted by supporters of the North London side.Clemmie says: “The light blue and lilac colours have a look of the Premier League title holders’ shirt about them. “But despite the critics, it is the most versatile and fashionable of the lot.”SUNDERLANDSunderland’s shirt looks like a Wetherspoons plate, say fansSTARE too long at The Black Cats’ third kit and you are liable to be hypnotised by its Seventies-style pattern.Look closer at the blue shirt and you will see a colliery wheel, which celebrates the city and wider North East’s proud coal mining history.Clemmie says: “Some fans have taken a stand against it saying it looks like a Wetherspoons plate.”LEICESTER CITYLeicester City’s black Adidas shirt, with gold and pink splashes, looks fadedTHERE is nothing foxy about the away kit Jamie Vardy is wearing for The Foxes this season.The black Adidas shirt, with gold and pink splashes, looks faded – a bit like Leicester City’s ­survival hopes.Clemmie says: “There’s the vintage look and then there’s ‘mouldy’. Bit of an own-goal.”BRIGHTONBrighton’s striped yellow and blue away kit ‘has a retro feel’, says ClemmieCredit: NikeBRIGHTON’S striped yellow and blue away kit has drawn comparisons with those pesky cartoon Minions.But the Seagulls have had a strong start to the season, so maybe those bright colours are helping to put off the opposition.Clemmie says: “Brighton’s new kit has a retro feel that bumps it right up the fashion league table.”SOUTHAMPTONSouthampton’s pink kit has been described as ‘up there with the worst kits ever’Credit: Southampton FCFANS of newly promoted Saints described their new third kit as “needing sunglasses to see it” and “up there with the worst kits ever”.Pondering the South coast side’s dodgy history of questionable shirts, Clemmie says: “While they say their strip ‘follows the dazzle concept’, the Pepto Bismol pink colour makes me feel a little queasy and should be quickly relegated.”READ MORE SUN STORIESHOW THEY PEPPED UP  OASIS  LP  COVERMan City stars recreate Oasis’ legendary album coverCredit: PUMA / BEEMThe original Definitely Maybe cover by OasisTHE Definitely City kit is inspired by the Definitely Maybe cover, and the publicity material for it was shot in a living room based on the cover, with City’s Kyle Walker, Jess Park, Ederson and Mateo Kovacic joining manager Pep Guardiola. It also features images of City legends Colin Bell and Sergio Aguero. More

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      How much every Premier League club earns in shirt sponsors as Man Utd get huge £170MILLION… while Chelsea’s kit is BLANK

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      MANCHESTER UNITED earn the most from their shirt sponsorships in the Premier League.Meanwhile, the front of Chelsea’s kit is BLANK. Manchester United will earn £170million from their kit in 2024-25Credit: AFPChelsea are missing out on tens of millions of pounds by not having a front-of-shirt sponsorCredit: GettyFootball kits are one of the most lucrative deals in the game – with businesses desperate to get maximum exposure.So much so that there are now both the traditional sponsorships on the front of shirts as well as shirt sleeve logos for companies.Add in the fact that manufacturers pay the clubs to make their kits – often on long-term contracts – and there is big money to be had.But it is United who top the tree by raking in a whopping £170million from their kit deals in 2024-25. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey get £90m from adidas to produce their kits, plus the £60m Snapdragon pay to be their new front-of-shirt sponsor and DXC’s £20m to be on the sleeves.That is £20m better off overall than neighbours Manchester City who get £150m – £70m from Puma, £60m from Etihad and £20m from OKX.Liverpool snatch third on £137m as a result of their deals with Nike, Standard Chartered and Expedia.And Arsenal complete the top four on £125m from Nike, Emirates and Visit Rwanda followed by Tottenham (£110m) and Newcastle (£72.5m).Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesThen come Chelsea, all the way back on £68m.Of that, £60m comes from kit suppliers Nike with Fever paying £8m to be on the sleeves.Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsHowever, the Blues are missing out on tens of millions of pounds by not having anyone on the front of their shirts – the only club in the Premier League without one.SunSport revealed the Stamford Bridge giants dumped Infinite Athlete after pre-season because a club cannot change their front-of-shirt sponsors during the Premier League season – except for a one-off charity partner match or if the company goes under. Chelsea started the 2023-24 season without a shirt sponsor as well before signing the one-year £40m deal with Infinite Athlete in September.There is a big drop off then to Aston Villa in eighth on £39m – having ditched their wet-look Castore kits for adidas – followed by Everton and Leicester tied on £21.5m, pipping West Ham (£21m).Brighton (£17m), Crystal Palace (£16m), Wolves (£16m) and Fulham (£15.75m) are next ahead of Nottingham Forest (£11m) and Bournemouth (£10.5m).The bottom three is made up of Southampton (£10.2m), Brentford (£9.5m) and lastly Ipswich.The Tractor Boys earn just £6m from their kits – £1m from Umbro, Halo pay £1m to be on the sleeves and then £4m comes from promoting local hero and new investor Ed Sheeran front and centre.Manchester City’s Etihad deal is worth £60m per seasonCredit: GettyLiverpool are third with a total of £137mCredit: EPAVisit Rwanda and Emirates combine with adidas for Arsenal’s £125mCredit: GettyTottenham (£110m) and Newcastle (£72.5m) are fourth and fifthCredit: GettyIpswich are bottom of the pile despite their £4m from Ed Sheeran to sponsor the shirtsCredit: Getty More

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      Barcelona release world’s most expensive football shirt to celebrate Spanish giants’ 125th anniversary

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      FANS are in shock after discovering the price of Barcelona’s stunning new away kit.The Catalan giants unveiled a stylish black strip yesterday to celebrate their 125th anniversary.Barcelona have unveiled their away kit for this seasonCredit: FC BarcelonaLamine Yamal was among stars modelling itCredit: FC BarcelonaIt is the most expensive current kit on offer in the worldCredit: FC BarcelonaA modern maroon and blue trim, reflective Barca badge and the sponsor’s bright Spotify logo give the shirt a unique look.The Nike designed kit is also the most expensive to buy in the world direct from the club’s store.The shirt comes in at a whopping £160.Barca fans can buy the “advanced tech” version that is made from Nike’s best quality material to offer improved “mobility, breathability and ventilation” for £126.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBy adding the Champions League logo on the sleeve and a player’s name and number on the back, the cost rises by £34.The price stunned fans, with one saying: “That’s crazy. For that price, I hope it comes with a trophy.”Another added: “These kits should be more affordable.”Despite the price, the kit has flown off the shelves and is already sold out.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSClub’s most expensive kitsPrices this season:Barcelona = £160Real Madrid = £156Juventus = £153PSG = £151Chelsea = £145Bayern Munich = £143Man Utd = £138Arsenal = £132For supporters looking to buy the cheapest shirt, Barca sell the standard version of the home and away strip without any extras for £84.It is just the fourth time in the club’s history that they will play in black.Iconic stadium unrecognisable amid ‘groundbreaking’ £1.3BILLION renovation as incredible pics show host of new featuresThe colour was chosen as in all three of the previous seasons they won a trophy.Under Pep Guardiola in the 2011/12 season, Barca lifted the Copa del Rey, Super Cup and Club World Cup.In 2013/14 they won the Supercopa de Espana and seven years later it was the Copa del Rey.Antoine Griezmann, Lionel Messi and Pedri in Barca’s most recent black shirtCredit: AFPNeymar in the 2013/14 stripCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun GlasgowCesc Fabregas in the 2011/12 black away kitCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Chelsea release new pink and black ‘punk-inspired’ third kit for 2024-25… but fans all reckon ‘Nike tick is drunk’

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      CHELSEA have channelled their inner Johnny Rotten after releasing a daring new black third kit inspired by 1970s punk rock.But fans mostly love the shirt but noticed the oddly shaped Nike tick, after the Blues thrashed Wolves 6-2 in the Premier League on Sunday.Chelsea stars Mykhailo Mudryk and Lucy Bronze model the new kitCredit: Instagram @chelseafcMoises Caicedo models the design which is based on the ‘punk rock’ explosion born in ChelseaCredit: Instagram @chelseafcThe anthracite grey and black shirt and shorts are complemented by illuminous pink and yellow trim.There is also a particular nod to the women’s game, with an upturned vertical Nike swoosh intended as a symbol celebrating its progress.The jersey also includes a fabric with ripped-up, clashing punk patterns, but the Stamford Bridge club have not confirmed a sponsor yet.Other changes see the Chelsea lion emblem coming in to replace the club’s traditional badge.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSNew women’s signing Lucy Bronze, who also wore a punk scarf, featured alongside Moises Caicedo and Chelsea flop Mykhailo Mudryk for the promo pictures.Chelsea have said the kit is based on the ‘punk rock explosion’ that was born in Chelsea five decades ago.A club statement said: “Born in Chelsea, punk was all about youth, trailblazing energy and standing out – being not like anybody else. It’s part of who we are.​”The West London outfit first introduced a black shirt as their away shirt in 2002/03 and have regularly featured the colour in kits ever since.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIt was debuted by Chelsea Women in a pre-season fixture with Arsenal in the United States on Sunday.Fans both love and hate the shirt, with one saying: “The Nike tick is drunk.”Noni Madueke says ‘I’m sure Wolverhampton is a lovely town’ after Chelsea star’s accidental X-rated postA second wrote: “What the hell happened to that Nike logo?”Before another added: “Were Nike drunk when they made this Chelsea 3rd kit? Just can’t fathom why the tick is vertical?”But another X user declared: “Damn Nike cooked.”A fifth replied: “This unbelievable. I like it more than our other kits this year.”Fans were enraged with the new home shirt when it was released in June.The new home jersey takes the blue base, but features various swirls of lighter colours to replicate the effects of a paintbrush or oil spill.Chelsea ratings vs Wolves: Madueke and Palmer on fire as Blues run riot… but Mudryk has shockerNONI MADUEKE bagged himself a second-half hat-trick courtesy of Cole Palmer as Chelsea fired to a 6-2 victory away at Wolves.Palmer’s three assists and first half strike capped off a wonderful afternoon for the England ace and a game that at times resembled a basketball match.Here’s how SunSports’ Katherine Walsh rated the Blues stars…Robert Sanchez – 7/10Solid display. Held firm and kept Wolves at bay in the first half.Brilliant long ball distribution cross-pitch to Jackson who assisted Palmer’s goal and Chelsea’s second.Malo Gusto – 5Out of position for Matheus Cunha’s 26th minute equaliser and didn’t get forward enough.Failed to have an influence on the game after a quieter second 45 minutes from Wolves.Wesley Fofana – 6Had his back to goal for Wolves’ second equaliser before half-time.The ball had been guided in by a free-kick and Jorgen Strand-Larsen cleverly guided it home with his right foot.Levi Colwill – 6Not a particularly noticeable performance from the 21-year-old in a positive or negative sense.Suppose it was a solid showing but was also caught ball watching for Cunha’s goal.Pulled Cucurella away from the third brawl of the match.Marc Cucurella – 6Worked hard and found himself centre of multiple fights with Wolves players throughout the 90.Solid as ever, needing to be alert with Wolves lethal in the first half.Moises Caicedo – 6Quiet afternoon for the midfielder. Didn’t do much right or wrong.Enzo Fernandez – 7Often in the right place at the right time after clearing two Wolves’ attempts from inside the box.Battled to win the ball for Madueke’s third goal and frequently recovered possession for the visitors.Cole Palmer – 9A brilliant goal and THREE assists finished off a sensational performance from the No10 position.Somehow managed to outshine hat-trick scorer Madueke after providing all of his goals. His own notch came against the run of play just after receiving a yellow.Picked up the ball 20 yards from goal after a long Sanchez kick and lobbed Wolves keeper Jose Sa just when the visitors were hanging on.Mykhailo Mudryk – 4Enzo Marseca said he needed time and coaching to get his Chelsea career on track. But failed to make an impact against Wolves.Didn’t notice him being shipped off at half-time for former Wolves star Pedro Neto.Noni Madueke – 9The star man scored THREE in the second half after bagging against Servette on Thursday.Chelsea’s best player in the first half. The young winger has bundles of ability and energy.Looked lively and won several free-kicks in promising positions.Worth a note that he silenced the home fans who were heavily booing him throughout after his social media comments earlier today.Nicolas Jackson – 8Opened the scoring with a post header inside two minutes.But let himself down with silly antics while arguing with Cunha twice.Most non-penalty goals for Chelsea in the Premier League since the start of last season: 15.And assisted Palmer’s brilliant goal and Chelsea’s second.SUBSPedro Neto 7Put a shift in after coming on at half-time on his first return to the Molineux.Bagged himself an assist in the 80th minute.Joao Felix – 7Scored on his Chelsea 2023/24 debut after joining from Atletico Madrid for £42.6m.Combined with other new signing Neto for the goal.Christopher Nkunku – N/ARenato Veiga – N/AKiernan Dewsbury-Hall – N/A More