Order Restored: Falcao Switches to Traditional Number 9 Shirt
Radamel Falcao has taken the number 9 shirt for Rayo Vallecano this season after wearing the number 3 on his back for the 21-22 campaign.
Falcao Switches to Number 9 Shirt
A few eyebrows were raised last summer by Falcao's free transfer to Rayo Vallecano, even more so when it was announced that the Colombian striker would wear the number 3 jersey traditionally reserved for left-backs. El Tigre explained that the strange choice was a tribute to his late father, Radamel Enrique García King, who had worn the number three during his playing career.
Falcao's father alongside the father of his international teammate, James Rodriguez.
At the time he joined the Rayo, the number 9 shirt was occupied by French midfielder Randy Nteka, who is still at the club but took the number 11 this season after the departure of previous wearer Mamdaou Sylla. This left the number 9 free for El Tigre, while left-back Fran Garcia gets an upgrade, going from 33 to 3.
Falcao has worn the number 9 for very club he has played for, although he did start with the number 19 shirt at River Plate before switching after a couple of years. He'll be hoping that his new shirt will see him achieve numbers closer to those from his Atlético days rather than his spells in the Premier League.
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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.
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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.
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