Crest Analysis | Chelsea & Manchester City Logos Explained
May 29, 2021, by Chris
It is the biggest game in club football today - the 2021 UEFA Champions League final between Chelsea FC and Manchester City FC. Ahead of the match, South American football design experts Paladar Negro (@PaladarNegroWeb) have analyzed the crests of both teams.
Chelsea & Manchester City Crests Explained
Both Chelsea and Manchester City introduced their current logos in the 21st century. Chelsea's crest was officially adopted for the start of the 2005–06 season, while the Manchester City logo was unveiled in late December 2015.
Both current logos are inspired by old ones
A look at the logo history of both teams reveals that both marked a return to the older designs - Chelsea to the one used from 1953 to 1986, and Manchester City to the style used between 1960-1997.
Chelsea FC
A lion holds a staff – the same as that of Westminster Abbot. Three Scarlet roses of Lancaster symbolize England, and two goals – a commitment to football. The blue ring around the animal represents the coat of arms of the London Chelsea area.
Manchester City FC
The shield features a ship on its upper half representing the Manchester Ship Canal, and three diagonal stripes in the lower half symbolize the city's three rivers – the Irwell, the Irk, and the Medlock. 1894 is there for the club's founding year.
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Brunei 2026 Home & Away Kits Released: Bold New Looks for the Wasps
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The home jersey proudly showcases Brunei's traditional national colors, utilizing a vibrant yellow base accented by striking black and white details that mirror the nation's flag. The design blends cultural heritage with a modern athletic fit, ensuring the team looks sharp when playing on home soil.
Complementing the home strip, the new away kit offers a sleek and contrasting aesthetic, typically featuring a dark or alternate colorway that gives the Wasps a fierce and formidable look for their travels abroad. Both shirts are crafted from lightweight, high-performance fabrics designed to keep players cool and agile on the pitch.
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Guided by the commemorative motto "History Redefined," the new collection beautifully bridges the gap between honoring the club's rich heritage since 1996 and embracing a modern aesthetic. The home kit stays true to Perth Glory's iconic purple and orange identity, while the away shirt offers a fresh, striking design tailored for battles on the road.
Both jerseys feature special celebratory details acknowledging three decades of football alongside Macron's signature performance technology, ensuring top-tier comfort and style for both players and supporters.
Sydney FC 26-27 Away Kit Released: A 90s-Inspired Tribute to the Harbour Bridge
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The new away jersey features a crisp white base layered with striking graphics in Sydney FC Sky Blue and navy. At the heart of the design is a retro graphic pattern inspired by the unmistakable shape of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, blending vintage nostalgia with modern streetwear appeal.
The new Sydney FC 2026–27 away kit is available now via the club and Under Armour official online stores.
Full Jordan PSG 26-27 Third Kit Look Leaked - Shorts Feature Matching Graphic
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