Revealed: Liverpool Used Tape To Hide Sponsor Logo UEFA Champions League Final
Jun 2, 2019, by Chris
If you watched the UEFA Champions League final between Liverpool FC and Tottenham Hotspur yesterday night, you might have noticed that there something was strange with the kits worn by many Liverpool players.
Liverpool FC Uses Tape To Hide Not-Allowed Sleeve Sponsor
Many Liverpool players such as Salah, Mane and Firmino wore kits which featured red tape on the left sleeve, something that is not a regular feature of New Balance's Liverpool kits.
The reason for what he tape on Liverpool's kit is simple - it hides the Western Union sleeve logo - sleeve sponsor are not allowed in UEFA competitions. The likely reason why they did just not use new kits might be that New Balance / the club had run out of kits - something that is actually hard to imagine in today's billion dollar football business.
Some players, however, seem to have enough kits left for the Champions League and wore jerseys without taping.
The matchworn LFC 2019 CL final kits are sure to be a much-wanted collectors item.
Have you noticed this during the game? What do you think were the reasons for Liverpool to be forced to do this? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Adidas Liverpool 26-27 LFSTLR Collection Leaked
Official images of the upcoming Adidas Liverpool LFSTLR collection for the 26-27 season have surfaced online, courtesy of kit insider @KamilBerberler. Following the popular black and gold capsule from the previous campaign, the newest lifestyle range from Adidas Originals switches direction with a sleek black and vibrant red color palette, merging retro football heritage with contemporary streetwear design.
The standout piece of the collection is a long-sleeve lifestyle jersey finished in a deep black base with a subtle, tonal all-over graphic incorporating the iconic Liver bird. Contrasting vibrant red accents define the look, highlighting the classic Adidas Three Stripes running down the shoulders and sleeves, the ribbed cuffs, and centrally stacked Trefoil and Liver bird logos. A matching full-zip coach track jacket and tailored track pants carry the same stealthy tonal pattern and bright red detailing.
Alongside the tracksuit is a bold red pullover hoodie featuring dark, centered chest emblems and "YNWA" typography printed on the sleeve cuff. Rounding out the lineup is a relaxed-fitting black t-shirt that displays the stacked red logos on the chest, a jacquard "YNWA" pattern knitted into the ribbed crew collar, and an oversized red "YNWA" wordmark across the lower back hem. The new Adidas Liverpool 26-27 LFSTLR range is expected to launch in the coming months.
Black & Gold Liverpool 26-27 Lifestyle Shirt Leaked - Official Images
Official images of the upcoming Adidas Liverpool 26-27 special-edition lifestyle and pre-match shirt have surfaced online, providing the clearest look yet at the luxurious black and gold design. Known unofficially as the "Gold Leaf" jersey, the shirt is set to release during the 26-27 season as part of Adidas's off-pitch and culture range for the club. Big thanks to @KamilBerberler.
The shirt features a stealth black foundation covered by an intricate metallic gold diamond lattice pattern across the front and back of the torso. Each diamond enclosure contains an ornate floral damask motif inspired by traditional Southeast Asian art, honoring Liverpool's vast Thai fanbase. A classic Adidas Trefoil logo appears on the right chest alongside the Liver bird crest on the left, both applied in matching gold.
Completing the design are solid black sleeves and a crossover V-neck collar detailed with a gold inner trim. Tailored as a high-fashion crossover rather than a competitive match kit, this special-edition pre-match and lifestyle shirt will be available in the 26-27 season.
