Crystal Palace Jokes On New Chelsea Third Kit
Sep 8, 2020, by Chris
The new Chelsea 2020-21 third kit was not really liked by the club supporters. However, it even got a bit worse with Premier League rivals Crystal Palace joking about Chelsea's new Nike kit, which is actually inspired by Air Max.
#ItsNotThoughIsIt https://t.co/Jjh7eLot04
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) September 7, 2020
“The Air Max coupled with football jersey culture is the ultimate hybrid of streetwear and sports,” says Nike Scott Munson VP, Nike Football Apparel. “We were mindful of paying full respect to the clubs and their identities, but we quickly discovered that this is a very happy marriage. The kits are stylish, highly original and will look great on the pitch and the street.”
Crystal Palace's stadium (south of London) is located less than 10 miles from Chelsea's Stamford Bridge (West London).
Chelsea FC 20-21 Third Kit Inspired By Air Max 180 & 1990s Kits
The new Chelsea 20-21 third kit boasts a bold design in red, blue and white (officially ember glow & ultramarine blue). It is a color combo that has less to do with Chelsea, so the marketing slogan "Its A L̶o̶n̶d̶o̶n̶ Chelsea Thing" is pretty inappropriate.
Of course, the Chelsea 20-21 third shirt is not inspired by Crystal Palace's kits. Instead, its colors and design draw inspiration "by the kits of the 1990s and the Air Max 180".
"Chelsea’s new third kit has a distinct ’90s vibe, with colors and design reminiscent of the jerseys of that era. The original Nike Air Max 180 was also leaving a footprint on the streets of London around that time, and this kit effortlessly marries the two together. The combination of ultramarine, ember glow and white references vintage Chelsea away kits and the classic colorway of the OG 180."
Nike is using the "It's a C̶I̶T̶Y̶ TEAM Thing" for all of their major 2020-21 kits.
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Queen of the South 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Scottish club Queen of the South and technical partner Macron have officially launched the club's new home and away jerseys for the 26-27 season. Designed around the slogan "It's time to Turn The Page," both strips bring distinctive bespoke visuals to the Doonhamers.
The Queen of the South 26-27 home kit features a classic royal blue base highlighted by a subtle vertical wavy pinstripe graphic running down the torso. A white polo collar with contrasting blue tipping is complemented by matching sleeve cuffs, a white Macron hero logo, and the traditional circular club crest.
The 26-27 away kit introduces a clean off-white shade paired with navy blue and maroon detailing along the crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs. The front of the shirt features a centered layout, placing a raised vintage monogram crest directly below the technical sponsor logo. Both new shirts are available now for pre-order via the official club store.
Barnsley 26-27 Away Kit Released
Barnsley FC and sportswear brand Oxen have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip is set to make its debut on pitch in Barnsley's pre-season fixture against Lincoln City.
The Oxen Barnsley 26-27 away shirt features a dark navy base covered with a subtle geometric pattern across the body. All branding and sponsor details, alongside a monochrome adaptation of the club crest, appear in a striking bright blue. Crisp white trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs adds contrast, while a "The Tykes" sign-off is placed below the rear collar.
Completing the set, matching dark navy shorts and socks accompany the jersey. The Barnsley 26-27 away kit is available to purchase now through the official club store and online shop.
Gamba Osaka 26-27 AFC Champions League Kits Released
Japanese club Gamba Osaka and Danish sportswear brand Hummel have officially unveiled the team's new kits for the 26-27 AFC Champions League campaign. Designed specifically for continental competition, the lineup includes Home, Away, and Goalkeeper uniforms featuring unique graphic detailing and updated badge placements.
The 26-27 home kit incorporates a dynamic blue and black design set against a wave-patterned background, complemented by 12 diagonal stripes of varying thickness that symbolize unity between the squad and their supporters. The away jersey arrives in a clean white look with contrasting blue collar and sleeve cuff trim, while the goalkeeper kit is presented in a bright red colorway.
Unlike the domestic J1 League shirts, the continental versions prominently feature a Japanese flag positioned above the crest on the left chest alongside a gold shield patch in the center. Official pre-orders for fan club members begin on August 1, with general availability following on August 6.
Bala Town 26-27 Home Kit Released
Welsh club Bala Town FC and Macron have officially revealed the new home kit for the 26-27 season. The new strip introduces a clean, classic design for the Lakesiders as they prepare for the campaign ahead.
The Macron Bala Town 26-27 home shirt features a clean white base paired with subtle, faint horizontal pinstripes running across the front. Dark navy accents provide contrast along the sleeve cuffs and the distinctive collar, which includes multi-stripe ribbing and a dark triangular insert at the front.
Completing the look, the Macron logo is placed on the right chest, with the Bala Town club crest featured on the left and main sponsor Aykroyds displayed across the center. The new home uniform is now available through the club's official shop.
All-New Ligue 3 Sleeve Patch Revealed
Following the official transformation of France's third division into the professional Ligue 3 for the 26-27 season, the competition's new official sleeve patch has been revealed. The patch was first pictured on the newly released 26-27 home kit for Le Puy Foot 43, made by Hummel, giving supporters a direct look at the updated league identity.
The new Ligue 3 sleeve patch features a rectangular structure with a dark textured background enclosed by a thin border. The word LIGUE appears at the top in clean white lettering above a large stylized geometric 3 emblem. A vibrant red strip at the bottom showcases title sponsor Betclic in white text, bringing a modern and standardized look to the third tier.
This update marks an important moment for French football as the division transitions to full professional status for the 26-27 campaign. All 18 competing clubs in Ligue 3 Betclic will wear the new sleeve badges throughout the season starting this August.
Racing Ferrol 26-27 Home Kit Released
Spanish club Racing Club de Ferrol and Adidas have officially unveiled the team's new home kit for the 26-27 season. Released under the motto #Orixe (Galician for Origin), the design returns to a pure and uncluttered aesthetic that celebrates the club's history and pays tribute to legendary club figure Cholo.
The Racing Ferrol 26-27 home shirt features a deep green base paired with a classic polo collar with a single button closure. White Adidas three-stripes sit across the shoulders, while the chest displays the brand logo alongside the traditional full-color club crest. Main sponsor Estrella Galicia 0,0 takes center stage on the front, while a special golden shell motif featuring the club's founding year 1919 adorns the lower hem.
White shorts with green side stripes and green socks complete the classic ensemble for the upcoming campaign. The overall design emphasizes a clean, no-frills look that highlights green as the defining identity of the Galician side.
SC Farense 26-27 Home Kit Released
Portuguese club SC Farense and kit supplier Lacatoni have officially revealed the club's new home jersey for the 26-27 season. The new uniform presents a fresh interpretation of Farense's traditional black and white palette, featuring a distinctive diagonal split layout.
The SC Farense 26-27 home shirt is defined by a bold diagonal divide across the upper chest. The top left chest and sleeve are rendered in solid black, while the majority of the front panel and right sleeve appear in clean white. Black accents finish the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs, complemented by the club crest on the left chest and Lacatoni logo on the right.
On the back, the jersey is predominantly white and includes a subtle tonal graphic wave pattern embedded into the fabric. Main sponsor Barão Rodrigues is printed across the front, accompanied by additional sponsor logos on the upper chest, sleeves, and lower back.