Schalke Youngster Matondo Trains In Kit Of Arch Rivals Dortmund - Why It Happened
This is something that should not happen. 19-year old Welsh striker FC Schalke 04 player Rabbi Matondo, who joined the club from Manchester City in January 2019, has been spotted in the kit of Schalke's arch rivals, Borussia Dortmund...
Rabbi Matondo Trains In Kit Of Close Friend Sancho
On July 14, Matondo's private coach from Cardiff had posted a photo of the Welsh Schalke player doing chin-ups on holiday - in the yellow jersey of BVB colleague Jadon Sancho (20). He played with Sancho in the youth team of Manchester City and is a good friend of the Dortmund player.
The photo caused a storm on social media, with BVB and Schalke 04 having a big rivalship.
FC Schalke 04 Sports Director Jochen Schneider (49) was forced to comment on Tuesday: "I made it more than clear to him on the phone what I think of such an ill-considered action. We told him clearly that he has to show the right reaction to his misconduct on and off the pitch. He may only be 19 years old, but that can't happen to him anyway."
Eine aufrichtige Entschuldigung @s04 und alle Fans pic.twitter.com/VyOL6vppCk
— Rabbi Matondo (@rabbi_matondo) July 15, 2020
Now, today, July 15, Matondo explained why it happened and said sorry to the fans of the club on Twitter.
The offensive player of the royal blue wrote on Twitter: "I am very sad and disappointed in myself that I let down all those who feel connected to Schalke. I would like to clear things up and apologise to everyone in the club, but above all to our incredible fans. I certainly didn't mean to cause any grief or trouble."
The Welshman continues: "I was naive and put on the jersey for a private training session. "The jersey was from my close friend Jadon Sancho. "I only wore it because of Jadon. It had nothing to do with Dortmund. I didn't think about the consequences and that it would upset a lot of people. There is no excuse for this immature behavior."
Matondo is also a Puma athlete, but this was not the reason for him to wear the kit.
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Trabzonspor 26-27 Home, Away, Third & Fourth Kits Released
Trabzonspor and Joma have officially released the club's new 2026-27 kit collection. The set features four distinct designs, unveiled by the Turkish club under the campaign slogan "En güzel formalar #BizdeVar".
The Joma Trabzonspor 2026-27 home kit features the thickest stripes seen during the brand's partnership with the club, presenting the classic claret and blue colors in a bold layout. The collection is completed by a solid blue away kit, a maroon third kit, and a black alternative fourth kit, offering a wide variety of options for the upcoming campaign.
Manchester City 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Long-Sleeve Version
Footy Headlines can now leak 4 new pictures of the Puma Manchester City 26-27 third kit. Although it is a fake, the design is identical to the real one.
The kit was created using Puma's AI Creator tool in late 2024, with almost 180,000 kits designed by City supporters, and the final design was chosen from 10 finalists.
Unique Svolme Delsalma-4 LE Boots Spotted at 2026 World Cup
During the 2026 World Cup, an extremely rare pair of football boots was spotted on the feet of Japanese player Junnosuke Suzuki in Monterrey, Mexico. The boots in question are the Svolme Delsalma-4 LE, a limited-edition release from the Japanese sports brand Svolme. Suzuki's pair is one of only 1,248 produced globally, making it a highly exclusive model on the international stage. Thanks to @abcdefutbol.
The Svolme Delsalma-4 LE is designed as a touch-focused boot, featuring a premium kangaroo leather upper that provides a soft and natural feel on the ball. The brand, which is well-known in Japan but rarely seen in major global competitions, released this limited run to coincide with the tournament in North America. Suzuki’s choice to wear the Delsalma-4 LE highlights a unique piece of Japanese football equipment during the biggest international competition.
Barrow AFC 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League side Barrow AFC have completed their 2026-27 kit lineup with the launch of their new away shirt. Made by Puma, the away kit follows the release of the club's home strip earlier this month, confirming the brand as their technical sponsor for the upcoming season.
The Barrow AFC 2026-27 home kit, originally unveiled on June 1, is billed as "125 Years In The Making." The design serves as a traditional and commemorative tribute to the Cumbrian club's 125th anniversary. The newly revealed away kit provides a contrasting alternative for their travels, rounding out the wardrobe as they prepare for their National League campaign following their recent relegation from League Two.
Special Commemorative Patches for 1000th FIFA World Cup Match
To mark a significant milestone in football history, special commemorative patches were featured during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F match between Tunisia and Japan in Monterrey. The fixture officially marked the 1000th match in the history of the tournament.
In recognition of the occasion, both the Japan and Tunisia national teams wore mini Match 1000 arm patches on their jerseys. The special detailing was spotted on the players' kits during the game, as well as on the shirts laid out in the dressing rooms beforehand.
The commemorative design was not limited to the competing teams, as the match officials also wore the Match 1000 patch on their referee kits. This subtle yet historic addition provided a unique touch to the kits for the milestone game.
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Manuel Neuer Wears Special 'Legacy' and 'Golden Gloves' Patches at 2026 World Cup
Following Luka Modrić and Lionel Messi, Manuel Neuer became the next player to wear two special patches when he appeared in Germany's second group-stage match against Ivory Coast.
On his right sleeve was the "Legacy" patch (which had already appeared in the opening match), while on his left sleeve was the "Golden Glove" patch, honoring the individual award he won at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
All Special 2026 World Cup Player Patches Revealed - Footy Headlines
