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    Arsenal unveil third kit as fans claim they ‘copied Man Utd’ and others are more interested in what Havertz is wearing

    ARSENAL have unveiled their new green third kit – and fans have wasted no time in giving their opinions.After an 18-day delay, the design, which takes inspiration from their 1982/83 kit, was officially launched today.
    Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber unveil Arsenal’s new third kitCredit: Arsenal FC / Adidas
    Some Man Utd fans claimed it was a rip-off of their new kitCredit: Manchester United FC / Adidas
    The Gunners unveiled the kit with a video package on social mediaCredit: Arsenal FC / Adidas
    The clip features a number of local hotspots near to the EmiratesCredit: Arsenal FC / Adidas
    It features a “mineral green” base with navy shoulders and an “off-white stylised crest and sponsor logos” that the North London club say has “reinvented a cult classic fit for the present day”.
    The kit was unveiled alongside a film produced by Arsenal that “brings continental style to the streets of Islington”.
    It features summer signings Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber, Kai Havertz along with England and Arsenal Women’s star Leah Williamson in a production that includes notable landmarks from around the Emirates such as a kebab and ice cream shop as well as a chippie.
    And even Martin Odegaard got involved as the star-studded cast modelled the shirt along with a number of trendy outfits to accompany it.
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    The replica kit is available from Adidas for £80, while the authentic kit is priced at £110 and can be bought from the club directly.
    One fan responded to the unveiling with: “The advert is like a funeral. So sad.”
    Another thought it was a rip off of Manchester United’s new away kit, writing: “‘Copy United’s but remove the stripes’. Adidas: ‘OK.’”
    But an Arsenal fan hit back and said: “There is literally zero resemblance between these kits.”
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    After seeing new boy Kai Havertz striking a pose in the new jersey on top of collared shirt and a pair of loud trousers, another joked: “I’m definitely going to recreate this Harvetz look.”
    Another replied that the German ace looked “dope” while a fellow fan claimed he looked like he was from “a scene out of Matrix”.
    However, the inclusion of fellow new boy Timber sparked some sadness among supporters.
    The £40m Dutch defender, 22, went down during the Gunners’ 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
    It has since been confirmed he has damaged his anterior cruciate ligament which could rule him out for the rest of the SEASON.
    And after he featured in the clip, one fan wrote: “Every time I see a photo of Timber I want to cry.”
    With a fellow Gooner responding to that with: “Same. Just feel so so sad. Hopefully will come back stronger.”
    Leah Williamson starred in the new kit unveilingCredit: Arsenal FC / Adidas
    The inclusion of injured new signing Jurrien Timber, right, left some fans sadCredit: Arsenal FC / Adidas
    The outfit choice of Kai Havertz, centre, also got Gooners talkingCredit: Arsenal FC / Adidas More

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    Leeds fans joke ‘now it’s starting to look MUCH better’ as Emma Louise Jones models ‘Fruit Salad’ third kit

    LEEDS fans have said that their third kit is looking “much better” after the new shirt was modelled by Emma Louise Jones on Twitter.The Championship club released their third kit for the 2023/24 season on Tuesday.
    Emma Louise Jones modelled Leeds’ new third shirtCredit: Instagram @eljonesuk
    The kit has been panned by fans on social mediaCredit: Instagram @Leedsunited
    The BBC presenter is a massive Leeds fanCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
    The presenter hosts the BBC’s MOTDX programCredit: Instagram @eljonesuk
    Featuring a bright pink and yellow design with black trim, the shirt is said to be a nod to the club’s association with the peacock.
    It is understood that the link, which is represented by a colourful peacock print, stems from The Old Peacock pub close to Elland Road.
    The Adidas strip was modelled by players including Liam Cooper, Ethan Ampadu and Luke Ayling for the launch.
    Leeds fans were left generally unimpressed by the kit, with fans comparing it to Mr Blobby and fruit salad sweets.
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    But Leeds supporter and BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones was prepared to go against the grain and tweeted her admiration for the new shirt.
    She posted a selfie in the pink and yellow number and wrote: “I like it! (Also good for covering food and drink spillages) @LUFC”
    One fan replied: “Now the kit is starting to look much better!”
    While another wrote: “Looks quite good actually but then you’d look a million dollars in a bin liner, so tricky one to judge, I’ll have a look tonight.”
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    A third wrote: “Suits you, I’m still not a fan though, should be yellow can’t get my round anything else it’s just not Leeds.”
    A fourth was still unconvinced, saying: “I genuinely believe that is the most hideous Leeds shirt I’ve ever seen. Just goes to show that Emma looks good in anything.”
    Leeds could debut the new third kit away to Birmingham on Saturday.
    Daniel Farke’s side began their Championship campaign on Sunday following relegation from the Premier League.
    A stoppage time equaliser at home to Cardiff rescued a point after Leeds had been two goals down. More

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    Leeds release new kit but fans fume that it reminds them of MR BLOBBY and Fruit Salads

    LEEDS fans have fumed that their new kit reminds them of Mr Blobby and Fruit Salads.The Championship club released their third kit for the 2023/24 season on Tuesday.
    Leeds have released their new third kitCredit: Instagram @Leedsunited
    Fans have fumed at the kit’s designCredit: Instagram @Leedsunited
    Featuring a bright pink and yellow design with black trim, the shirt is said to be a nod to the club’s association with the peacock.
    It is understood that the link, which is represented by a colourful peacock print, stems from The Old Peacock pub close to Elland Road.
    The Adidas strip was modelled by players including Liam Cooper, Ethan Ampadu and Luke Ayling for the launch.
    However, Leeds fans have been left unimpressed by the kit and have slammed the design on social media.
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    One supporter even compared it to 90s TV icon Mr Blobby’s pink and yellow spots.
    The character is famous of appearing alongside Noel Edmonds on Noel’s House Party.
    Others highlighted the similarities between the kit and Fruit Salad sweets.
    Sharing a picture of Mr Blobby, one fan tweeted: “Knew I had seen the new third kit somewhere else before.”
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    Another wrote: “Horrendous. Look like Fruit Salads lads.”
    A third added: “Looks like someone has scoffed a packet of refreshers and then vomited all over a shirt.”
    One more also commented: “Sorry, but it literally looks like vomit.”
    Leeds could debut the new third kit away to Birmingham on Saturday.
    Daniel Farke’s side began their Championship campaign on Sunday following relegation from the Premier League.
    A stoppage time equaliser at home to Cardiff rescued a point after Leeds had been two goals down.
    One fan compared the kit to Mr Blobby’s pink and yellow spotsCredit: Rex
    Another claimed the kit looks like Fruit Salad sweetsCredit: Alamy More

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    Chelsea finally agree new shirt sponsor deal but face race against time to get Premier League approval for Liverpool tie

    CHELSEA have finally agreed a new shirt sponsor deal for the upcoming season with their Premier League opener against Liverpool just days away.According to The Daily Mail, the West London club have agreed a £40million-a-year deal with US technology company Infinite Athlete which will see their shirts emblazoned with the tech company’s logo.
    Chelsea unveiled their new shirt without a sponsor – but fans are not able to purchase the kit until its official launch on August 16Credit: instagram @chelseafc
    Infinite Athlete was founded last month after being acquired by Tempus ex Machina, who also signed a deal with Chelsea in April.
    The company is an AI statistics provider, and works with broadcasters and streaming services with live information on player statistics and injuries.
    Chelsea have used Tempus Ex Machina’s technology on their broadcasts since April, with the service allowing viewers to track things like live updates on player fatigue and injuries.
    The £40m-a-year deal matches that of previous front of shirt sponsor 3, who sponsored the club for three campaigns beginning in the 2020-21 season.
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    The deal expired this summer, with both sides failing to come to an agreement on a renewal.
    Chelsea’s new sponsorship comes after their protracted search for a sponsor saw the club forced to unveil a sponsorless version of their 2023-24 home shirt ahead of the upcoming season.
    Ahead of the kit’s launch, the club had seen talks with gambling company Stake and streaming platform Paramount+ fall through.
    That meant that while the shirt was unveiled early last month, the shirt has been unavailable for fans to buy.
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    The shirt is set to be released for fans to buy on August 16 and will feature the name and logo of Infinite Athlete so long as the sponsorship is approved by the Premier League.
    Chelsea fans have become accustomed to seeing the sponsorless version of their new shirt, with Chelsea wearing the stripped-back version of the kit throughout their pre-season tour of the US.
    But according to The Daily Mail, Chelsea’s shirts will include their new sponsor in their Premier League match against Liverpool on Sunday as long as the deal is rubber stamped by the Prem.

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    The news will represent a much needed boost for Chelsea owner Todd Boehly, who risked the embarrassment of seeing his club become the first top six side to enter a Premier League campaign without a sponsor.
    The additional investment will also be welcome given Chelsea are facing a massive fine and possible points deduction after a Premier League investigation into the club found financial irregularities dating back to the Roman Abramovich era.
    The investigation found that the club had made possible illegal payments to offshore companies that were not registered with the Premier League, the FA or Uefa.
    Chelsea will have to kick off the Premier League season on Sunday without new-signing Christopher Nkunku after the forward sustained a knee injury in the club’s final pre-season friendly.
    The Frenchman looked set to play a massive part in the club’s new Mauricio Pochettino-era after impressing in pre-season but is set to miss the first three months of the campaign. More

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    Man Utd fans concerned about ‘Liverpool vibes’ as Red Devils release ‘weird’ third kit with new look badge

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans have voiced their concerns about the ‘Liverpool vibes’ of their new third kit.The third shirt offers an off-white main colourway with a dark red used on the collar, crest and sponsors.
    Manchester United’s new third shirt for the 2023-24 seasonCredit: Adidas
    United legend Roy Keane also modelled the shirt… Which has been compared to a Liverpool kit by fansCredit: Adidas
    It also features a minimalist take on the United badge.
    While the shirt was generally well received, some on Twitter feel it is too similar to Liverpool kits of old.
    A United Twitter account posted the new shirt and asked fans to rate the kit out of ten.
    One United fan replied: “One.. Liverpool vibes.”
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    Another wrote: “Feels like we’ve literally just copied one of the past season Liverpool kits but made it a little different?”
    And a third conflicted fan tweeted: “I’m not really sure about this one, I don’t like it but I’d very much get it. It just feels weird.”
    Liverpool have had at least one white away or third kit every year since 2019 and had a similar off-white away shirt during the 2021-22 season.
    United said in a press release that the shirt is inspired by the “1909 Cup jersey and street style trends”.
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    It was unveiled with a video that featured a giant version of Casemiro hovering over Old Trafford and Roy Keane leering at a silver platter of prawn sandwiches.
    The third shirt has been generally well received despite the Liverpool concerns with one fan tweeting:  “This jersey is the best Man U has revealed in a long time.”
    Another wrote: “Brother, this kit is an 11/10”
    While a third added: “Best 2nd or 3rd kit in a long long time”
    The third shirt is a more conservative effort compared to United’s away shirt this season.
    The club’s green white and red striped shirt was branded “atrocious” by some sections of the United faithful on its release.
    Whether it will go on to become a cult classic remains to be seen. More

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    Premier League side release stunning new away kit with brilliant dig at rivals as ace rocks ‘Byker Grove’ look

    SHEFFIELD UNITED have released their new away kit for their return to the Premier League.The Errea kit was released with a slick video campaign which featured the teams’ players relaxing at a fictional ‘Blades Social Club’.
    Sheffield United have released a retro new away kitCredit: TWITTER @SheffieldUnited
    The release included a cheeky dig at rivals’ Sheffield WednesdayCredit: Twitter @SheffieldUnited
    Anel Ahmedodzic models the new away kit in ‘The Blades Social Club’Credit: TWITTER @SheffieldUnited
    The away kit comes in a bold yellow and is paired with Blades’ black and red accents.
    The theme of the kit and campaign is “classic away days” and harks back to the Sheffield United kits of the 1980s and 90s.
    Current stars Chris Basham, Anel Ahmedhodzic, George Baldock, Adam Davies, Yasser Larouci, Tara Bourne and Maddy Cusack all appeared in the promotional video to celebrate the kit’s release.
    They were joined by former stars Carl Asaba, Rob Kozluk and Brian Gayle, along with the club’s greatest ever player Tony Currie.
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    Blades fans will take anything they can to cheer themselves up at the moment after losing star man Iliman NDiaye to Marseille this week.
    Eagle-eyed fans also spotted a cheeky dig at rivals Sheffield Wednesday with a sign in the social club reading: “Wednesday – closed.”
    One fan replied: “I love the pettiness.”
    Another wrote: “The pettiness I can get behind.”
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    A third wrote: “Wednesday closed – class.”
    Another Blades fan saw the fun side of the retro kit, saying: “Hi @antanddec.
    “Fancy getting Chris Basham in for the Byker Grove reboot?”
    United’s white away shirt from last year will be used as a third strip next season.

    The club said in a statement about the kit release: “The yellow strip is made from a jacquard fabric with thin stripes woven into the material, it’s complimented by black and red elasticated ribbed collar and cuffs alongside yellow shorts with black trim and yellow socks with black and red trim.
    “The alternative socks and shorts options for this kit are red while the black home options will also allow for a number of different kit combinations should the Bladesmen require.
    “The launch of the kit is set in Neepsend Social Club and Canteen in Kelham Island on the outskirts of Sheffield City Centre and reflects the club’s deep connection to it’s local community and commitment to celebrating the city’s rich history, in which social clubs have a long history in Sheffield.” More

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    Barcelona break club protocol lasting 45 years with release of new away kit.. with special nod to legendary ex-player

    BARCELONA have broken 45 years of protocol by releasing a WHITE away kit for their 2023-24 season.The Catalan club typically stay clear of the colour scheme given its association with fierce rivals Real Madrid.
    Barcelona’s new white away kit… the same colour as rivals Real Madrid’s home shirtCredit: Instagram @fcbarcelona
    The red and blue bands on the sleeve of the shirt are a nod to Johan Cruyff’s armbandCredit: Instagram @fcbarcelona
    Johan Cruyff was the last Barcelona captain to wear a white kit… against Aston VillaCredit: Rex
    But there is a good reason behind this season’s white away strip.
    The kit is inspired by Barca legend Johan Cruyff, who captained the team the last time the team donned a white away kit.
    The shirt features a classic white design with red and blue stripes on the cuffs which mimic the captain’s armband Cruyff wore in the late 70s.
    The club wrote on their website: “Barcelona introduces their second kit for the 2023/24 season, which has an innovative design that pays tribute to the man who developed Barca’s playing style, Johan Cruyff.”
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    The statement continues: “This isn’t the first time Barca has used the colour for their kits. Players like Alcántara, Samitier, César and Kubala, among others, already wore a white jersey between the 1920s and 1970s.
    “When it comes to Cruyff – who developed a new brand of playing style for FC Barcelona – he also wore white on several occasions, like on 1 March 1978 during a UEFA Cup game against Aston Villa, when he captained and led the team.”
    Barcelona have resisted the urge to go back to their white away kit origins over the years – so as not to anger fans that believe it to be the colour of Real Madrid.
    Instead they have favoured yellow, orange, grey and blue away kits in recent seasons.
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    Barcelona announced the new kit with a tongue in cheek video on Twitter that featured President Joan Laporta opening a cardboard box with “It’s just a box” written on it.
    Laporta has a surprised reaction when he pulls the shirt out of it which likely reflects what many supporters felt when the club unveiled a kit in the colour of their rivals.
    But social media reaction to the kit was generally positive.
    One fan tweeted a picture of Cruyff in the 70s kit with a number of love heart emojis as caption – clearly appreciating the throwback vibe of the kit.
    Another fan replied: “Love it.”
    A third fan replied “We wear white better” – in reference to rivals Real Madrid.
    Barcelona will be hoping the kit is a good luck charm as they look to retain the LaLiga title and also return to Champions League action in the 2023-24 season. More

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    Arsenal fans raging at ‘worst away kit in living memory’ and demand ‘refund from Adidas’ after official release video

    ARSENAL fans are far from happy with the club’s new away kit.Photos of the Gunners’ new fluorescent green and black strip were leaked on social media earlier this month and caused quite a stir among the Emirates faithful.
    Arsenal officially unveiled their new away kit on social mediaCredit: ADIDAS
    The Emirates faithful were far from happy with the fluorescent stripCredit: ADIDAS
    And fans were quick to express their discontent with the kit on social media after it was officially unveiled on the club’s Twitter account.
    One tweeted: “Can’t believe someone said yes, this is a good design.”
    Another said: “Announcement vid is fire but kit is shocking.”
    And another said: “Can you get a refund from Adidas? They really screwed up here.”
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    One remarked: “Awful kit. Worst we have had since Adidas took back over.”
    Another chimed in: “I think we should just give last year’s pink kit the game time it deserved and wear that this season.”
    One frustrated Gooner said: “Terrible kit. Whose idea was this?”
    And another said: “Cor dear. This is bloody awful.”
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    Gunners fans will have to fork out a whopping £80 to get their hands on the replica top.
    But they’ll have to part ways with an eye-watering £110 if they want to buy the authentic match day top.
    Arsenal will kick off their Premier League campaign on August 12 at home to Nottingham Forest.
    The North Londoners will likely debut their away top in their London derby with Crystal Palace on August 21. More