Football Teams Remove Animals from Logos
Football fans may have noticed a change in team badges on social media today. Let us find out why.
Football Teams Remove Animals from Badges to Raise Awareness for World Wildlife Day
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In support of World Wildlife Day, many clubs are removing animals from their crests to raise awareness about the plight of wildlife across the world. Wolverhampton Wanderers, Hull City, Aston Villa, and West Bromwich Albion are among the clubs taking part in the initiative.
Some teams might have no animals in the logo but are nicknamed after them, such as Inter Milan (The Big GrassSnake - Il Biscione).
World Wildlife Day, an international day to celebrate all the world’s wild animals and plants, falls on March 3 each year. The United Nations first launched the day in 1973, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). In support of the cause, the World Wildlife Fund is also removing its iconic panda from its logo.
According to Felicity Glennie Holmes, the executive director of communications and marketing at WWF International, human activity has resulted in wildlife populations plummeting by an average of 68% in less than 50 years. “With every part of nature that we extinguish, we lose another important link to human and planetary health,” she said.
The initiative by football clubs and organizations to remove animals from their badges raises awareness about the importance of preserving wildlife and biodiversity. It highlights the need for action to protect and conserve the natural world for the benefit of all living beings.
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Como 1907 Announce Kit Design Contest
Italian club Como 1907 has launched a new design contest, inviting fans and designers to create a new look for the team. While the official announcement asked supporters to design a t-shirt for Como, it is likely that the club is referring to a football kit, given the context of the post and the reactions from the fanbase.
The club has kept the instructions incredibly open, stating there is no brief, no rules, and no excuses. To enter the competition, fans simply need to create their design, post it on Instagram, and tag the official Como 1907 account.
The announcement has already sparked significant interest online, with numerous supporters sharing their concepts and ideas. Whether the winning design will be produced as an official match kit, a pre-match shirt, or a special edition lifestyle item remains to be seen, but it offers a unique opportunity for fans to leave their mark on the club's visual identity.
FIFA Denies Guillermo Ochoa 2026 World Cup Legacy Patch Over Appearance Rules
Guillermo Ochoa has been denied the chance to wear FIFA's new legacy patch at the 2026 World Cup. Despite being selected for six World Cup tournaments spanning from 2006 to 2026, the Mexican goalkeeper does not meet the strict criteria set by FIFA. The governing body requires players to have made on-pitch appearances in at least five different World Cups to qualify for the special badge.
Ochoa did not play any minutes during the 2006 and 2010 tournaments, meaning he has only registered on-pitch appearances in three World Cups prior to the 2026 edition. Because of this, FIFA officially refused to award him the patch. Other veterans playing in the tournament, such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, Manuel Neuer, and Yuto Nagatomo, have received the legacy patch for meeting the five-tournament appearance threshold.
The Mexican Football Federation is reportedly planning to push for a reconsideration of the ruling. If Ochoa features in a match during the 2026 tournament, the federation intends to appeal FIFA's decision in hopes of securing the legacy patch for the veteran goalkeeper.
Yokohama FC 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Japanese J2 League club Yokohama FC have officially released their new Puma 2026-27 home, away, and goalkeeper kits. The new Yokohama FC 26-27 shirts feature an abstract graphic design that represents flow and movement across all the jerseys. The home jersey is predominantly blue, while the away kit is white. The goalkeeper kits complete the collection in red and yellow colorways. The Puma Yokohama FC 2026-27 kits are available to purchase via the club's online store.
Barry Town United 26-27 Kits Released
Welsh Cymru Premier side Barry Town United AFC have officially unveiled their new Macron kits for the 2026-27 season. Produced by the Italian sportswear brand, the newly released collection features bespoke designs tailored for the club's upcoming campaign. Fans looking to purchase the new shirts can currently find them available exclusively at the Macron Sports Hub Cardiff store.