Jesse Lingard to Play with "JLINGZ" Printed on His Shirt?
New Nottingham Forest player Jesse Lingard has asked his followers on Twitter if they prefer his surname, Lingard, or his nickname "JLingz" on the back of his shirt. He may not actually be considering using the nickname, but would the Premier League even allow him to make the change?
Lingard to Wear JLingz on His Shirt?
Jesse Lingard has played ten seasons of professional football, and like most players, he has done so wearing his surname above his squad number on his jersey. About to start his eleventh season, it appears he is considering changing things up by having his seemingly self-given nickname, "JLingz", in its place.
Making myself at home 🏟 which name does you prefer? #Jlingz #nottinghamforest pic.twitter.com/Diy7lgsNPx
— Jesse Lingard (@JesseLingard) July 22, 2022
Premier League rules allow players to have their first name or surname on the back of their shirts, with a few notable players such as Virgil Van Dijk, Memphis Depay and Dele Alli opting for the former. For these players, the reason is that they don't want to be associated with their surname due to complicated family histories, which is perfectly reasonable.
Clubs and players can make requests for alternative names or nicknames to be used on shirts, with the Premier League then deciding whether to permit the changes or not. Former Manchester United and West Ham forward Javier Hernandez is perhaps the most well-known example of this, having worn his "Chicharito" nickname - meaning "Little Pea" - all throughout his career. As he had been wearing it in Mexico prior to moving to the England, Hernandez was allowed to carry it over, as was Sergio "Kun" Aguero when he joined Man City.
Aguero has had his nickname since childhood (it stems from his resemblance to a cartoon character who he loved), while the same is true for Hernandez, who inherited it from his father. "JLingz" is the name of Lingard's personal clothing brand and is also his social media handle. Apart from Lingard himself, nobody else seems to refer to him as "JLingz".
Given the name's attachment to his clothing brand, as well as the fact that the proposed change is being made on a whim with no solid reason apparent for ditching his surname, it seems unlikely that the Premier League would approve of the the switch. Cesc Fabregas was apparently denied permission to switch to his shortened first name Cesc, despite using it with the Spanish national team, so it would be a shock if we ever see a JLingz shirt grace a Premier League pitch.
All of that said, Lingard may just have posted the photos for fun without any actual intention of trying to wear his nickname on his shirt in matches. The Englishman is a divisive character and receives a lot of criticism for his social media presence and his off-pitch antics, and although he doesn't always help himself, the negative press he receives can sometimes be a bit over the top.
Either way, that tweet alone will be enough to rile up plenty of commentators, pundits and fans alike, which could well have been his main intention when he made the post.
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Newcastle Jets 26-27 Home, Away & Goalkeeper Kits Released
Newcastle Jets and New Balance have officially revealed the club's new home, away, and goalkeeper kits for the 26-27 A-League season. The launch completes the kit rollouts for all 13 clubs ahead of the league's kickoff on October 16. The release also marks the debut of Oz Shipping Containers as the men's team's new principal front-of-shirt partner.
The Newcastle Jets 26-27 home jersey arrives in the club's traditional gold, embellished with an understated tonal wave texture woven into the fabric. The shirt features a refined navy polo collar with a v-neck insert, bordered by subtle red and navy accents that continue down the sides and sleeve cuffs, and is worn with navy shorts. Meanwhile, the away kit opts for a clean white base paired with a champagne gold v-neck collar, side trim, and sleeve detailing, completed with gold shorts and white socks.
New Balance has also unveiled two goalkeeper strips to round out the collection. The first option is finished in vibrant teal, while the alternative is delivered in light blue, both showcasing bold geometric patterns and halftone gradients across the front. These strips complete the club's domestic wardrobe alongside their previously launched AFC Champions League Elite retro kits.
Raja Club Athletic 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Moroccan heavyweights Raja Club Athletic have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 2026-27 season, produced by long-term technical partner Umbro.
The Umbro Raja CA 26-27 home jersey comes in the club's traditional emerald green, distinguished by a striking geometric eagle graphic across the chest that nods to their 'Green Eagles' moniker. White piping traces the raglan sleeves and frames the collar and cuffs, paired with the iconic Umbro diamond and the club's crest on the chest. The home strip is finished with green shorts and matching socks.
Contrasting the home look, the Raja Casablanca 26-27 away jersey is built on a clean white base highlighted by bold green side panels. The shirt features an overlapping green-and-white collar, matching sleeve trim, and monochrome green branding, worn with white shorts and socks. Umbro has also introduced a distinctive goalkeeper jersey featuring a beige and orange chevron pattern.
Limited-Edition Umbro Inter Bogotá x Tres Coronas Kit Released
Colombian side Internacional de Bogotá and kit supplier Umbro have teamed up with iconic Colombian hip-hop duo Tres Coronas to launch a special-edition shirt. The collaboration celebrates the release of the rap outfit's latest studio album, titled "INTER", blending the worlds of Colombian football and Bogotan underground music culture through their shared name.
Reimagining the club's 2026 away jersey, the shirt features a sleek black base adorned with subtle tonal vertical striping. The centerpiece is the album's title, "INTER", boldly rendered across the chest in gothic blackletter typography in a striking red tone. The chest also hosts Umbro's double diamond branding and the Inter Bogotá crest in gold, which is echoed on the sleeves alongside contrasting red and gold cuffs.
Custom details complete the collector's item, including a collaborative Inter x Tres Coronas globe badge on the right sleeve and the duo's official logo positioned below the Inter Bogotá name on the upper back. The special-edition Umbro Inter Bogotá x Tres Coronas shirt was strictly limited to just 100 individually produced units, released exclusively via the club's official online store.
Chesterfield FC 26-27 Home and Away Kits Released
Chesterfield FC and technical sponsor Puma have introduced the club's new home and away kits for the 26-27 campaign. Commemorating the 160th anniversary of the club's founding in 1866, the designs incorporate celebratory elements and feature the logo of long-standing front-of-shirt sponsor Leengate Valves.
The Chesterfield 26-27 home shirt is rendered in the club's classic royal blue, accented by gold detailing across the Puma branding, front sponsor, and a special anniversary badge. Subtle pinstripe ribbing in blue and white decorates the sleeve cuffs and the button-up henley collar, while traditional white shorts and blue socks complete the first-choice look.
For the away kit, the Spireites step out in a predominantly black design distinguished by an offset vertical stripe in two tones of grey running directly through the crest. Metallic silver is used for all brand and partner markings, which is complemented by a stylized retro CFC monogram crest alongside matching black shorts and socks.
Sport Recife 2026 Pink October Kit Released
Brazilian club Sport Recife and kit supplier Kappa have officially unveiled a special shirt in support of the 2026 Pink October (Outubro Rosa) breast cancer awareness campaign. Built around the theme "Paixão que Move Vidas" (Passion that Moves Lives), the initiative aims to raise awareness about early detection and the importance of self-examination, starring four female survivors and supporters in the launch photoshoot.
The Sport Recife 2026 Pink October jersey is predominantly light pink, detailed with subtle tonal horizontal bands running across the front in a nod to the club's traditional striped identity. A black V-neck collar features a contrasting central pink stripe, mirrored cleanly on the sleeve cuffs. Black Kappa Omini branding appears on the right chest opposite the full-color club crest, while the upper back is adorned with a stylized lion graphic flanked by the letters "SPT REC".
The special Sport Recife 2026 Pink October jersey is offered exclusively in women's and youth sizes, available through the club's official online store and the Cazá do Sport store at Ilha do Retiro.