UPDATE: "A Disgrace": Givova Buys Another Brand's Kit After Failure to Supply Enough for Venezuela vs Catalonia Friendly
Update: Venezuelan ESPN commentator Richard Mendez has shared more details on the Givova shirts used last night. They were produced by another brand and then bought and modified by Givova, who removed all logos and the tag before printing on their own ones and Venezuela's.
From what we can see, the brand is Quechua, of Decathlon. In fact, we were able to track down the exact shirt used by Givova. It's called the MH500 hiking shirt and retails at €10.
Meanwhile, striker Salomón Rondón has joined his team-mate Rincón in demaning Givova to leave, tweeting out this:
🚫 Givova pic.twitter.com/3YSFTiUUck
— Salomón Rondón (@salorondon23) 25. März 2019
Following today's friendly vs Catalonia, Venezuela midfielder Tomás Rincón has lashed out against controversial kit supplier Givova on Twitter.
Givova le exigimos máximo respeto a nuestra camiseta nacional y a cada integrante del equipo.
— Tomás Rincón (@TomasRincon5) 25. März 2019
No tener camisas para jugar hoy y estampar unas que compraron es lamentable, lo de ustedes es vergonzoso. pic.twitter.com/QzeZQXeVe2
After that had already been trouble about the color of Givova's Venezuela kit in January, it appears that the Italian brand was unable to supply kits for the game and had to resort to buying makeshift ones and had the logos and lettering printed on them at last minute.
Rincón's tweet reads "We demand full respect from Givova, to our national jersey and all members of the team. Not having kits ready for the game and having to use random ones is ridiculous, they are a disgrace."
This can easily be spotted on the pictures from the game, which show a different shirt from the one presented by the brand before.
Let's hear your thoughts in the comments below.
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Adidas & Kith Tease Special Messi 2026 World Cup Kit Collection
Ronnie Fieg, the founder and owner of the prominent fashion and streetwear brand Kith, has officially teased a new Adidas kit collection dedicated to Lionel Messi ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The Adidas x Kith Messi kit collection is shaping up to be a massive tribute. Given that the 2026 World Cup will in all likelihood be Messi's final tournament as a player, the Three Stripes are going all out to honor their greatest player of all time.
Thus far, Fieg has previewed a rack of stunning co-branded jerseys. The standout of the teaser is a remake of the Argentina 2006 home kit - the exact template worn during the year of Messi's very first World Cup appearance.
Ronnie Fieg also reveals three additional bespoke shirts in dark navy, off-white/cream, and black.
Stunning Fortuna Köln 2026 Regional Cup Final Kit Released
German side SC Fortuna Köln has released a highly limited special-edition kit to wear during their upcoming 2026 Mittelrheinpokal final. Produced by Dutch sportswear brand Robey, this exclusive release celebrates the club's first appearance in the regional cup final in six years, as they look to secure the trophy for the first time in 13 years.
The Robey SC Fortuna Köln 2026 Cup Final shirt introduces a striking tri-color gradient design that provides a highly bespoke look for the occasion. The top of the jersey begins in a deep navy blue, smoothly fading into a vibrant light blue chest band before transitioning into a clean white lower half.
Adding a premium, historic touch to the kit, all application details - including the Robey manufacturer branding, the central 'HIT' sponsor, and a classic standalone 'F' retro crest - are executed in metallic gold. A subtle light blue V-neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs complete the sophisticated aesthetic.
Priced at €75, this exclusive release serves as a unique collector's item for supporters of the Regionalliga West side. Curiously, while releasing this kit, the club has actively pushed an "All in Red" (Alle in Rot) motto for the fans attending the match, asking supporters to create a sea of red in the stands despite the team wearing their special-edition colors on the pitch.
What are your thoughts on this striking gradient Cup Final kit by Robey? Let us know in the comments below.
Aston Villa to Wear Third Kit with Charity Sponsor in Europa League Final
Aston Villa has officially confirmed they will wear their 2025-2026 Adidas third kit for the upcoming UEFA Europa League Final against SC Freiburg in Istanbul.
The decision was made due to a direct kit clash with the German side's traditional all-red home strip, forcing the Premier League club out of their iconic claret and blue. Furthermore, due to strict betting licensing regulations in Turkey, the club's principal partner, Betano, cannot be legally displayed on the jerseys. In response, the space is used by the Aston Villa Foundation for the historic showpiece event.
This special-edition jersey also features the Aston Villa Foundation branding across the chest in matching purple typography, sitting just below a commemorative Match ID text that marks the May 20 final at Besiktas Park.
Recognizing the historical significance of this unique uniform, the club is making the charity edition available to the public. Supporters can purchase these limited-edition shirts, complete with the foundation branding and central match details, in both authentic and replica versions from official club stores.
This rare combination of an alternate kit, a one-off charity sponsor, and European final detailing instantly makes this release a highly sought-after piece for shirt collectors.
