First-Ever Kit of Nation: 4 Marshall Islands 2023 Home Kit Finalists Announced - Vote Now
Apr 30, 2023, by Chris
The Marshall Islands Soccer Federation have announced the top four finalists for their first-ever national team kit.
The Federation initiated the contest to obtain a distinctive and well-liked design for their inaugural soccer kit, aiming to provide the country with a one-of-a-kind outfit. The competition garnered more than 150 entries. After thorough consideration, the top four finalists have been selected and now await the public's vote to determine which design will be used for the country's inaugural national team kit.
Marshall Islands 2023 Home Kit
The four possible Marshall Islands 2023 football shirts showcase different elements of the country's cultural heritage, from traditional patterns to vibrant colors that reflect the country's tropical climate.
The designs of the four Marshall Islands 2023 kit finalists have been shared on Twitter, where the public can vote for their favorite. The public vote is ongoing to choose the winner. As of now, the results of the vote are as follows.
Marshall 2023 Kit Competition - Current Standing
- Kit design 1: 22.8%
- Kit design 2: 21.6%
- Kit design 3: 17.9%
- Kit design 4: 37.6%
Kit Design 4 is currently in the lead, with almost 38% of the votes. The winning design will be produced and worn by the country's national soccer team.
Vote now to tell us which kit you the public would like to see as the first-ever Marshall Islands Soccer Federation national team shirt #firstkit
— SoccerFedMI (@SoccerFedMI) April 28, 2023
Do you like the four possible Marshall Islands 2023 home uniforms? Which is your favorite? Comment below.
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The standout piece of the collection is a royal blue long-sleeve jersey adorned with an intricate all-over diagonal jacquard pattern. Much like the 26-27 away kit, the piece prominently features the iconic Adidas Trefoil alongside Leicester's nostalgic 'Running Fox' crest, which famously adorned the club's shirts until 1992. Matching royal blue three stripes run down the shoulders and sleeves to complete the vintage look.
Alongside the long-sleeve shirt, the collection includes an archival blue t-shirt with a bold white chest stripe, classic track jackets, hoodies, and matching track pants. The full Leicester City x Adidas Originals range is available now at the club's official online store and the Foxes Fanstore at King Power Stadium.
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The one-off switch is tied to a community initiative organized in partnership with principal shirt sponsor MrQ and charity partner KitAid. Under the campaign, supporters attending the match are encouraged to trade in their old football shirts in exchange for a complimentary blackout shirt, with the donated kits distributed to disadvantaged communities across the globe.
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The design is completed with the club's crest over the heart, blue EVOL branding, and main sponsor Vitanuova printed across the front. The new away uniform is available directly through the club's official channels ahead of the 26-27 Serie D season.
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After the initial three-year kit sponsorship concluded, the agreement transitions into a long-term licensing deal lasting over two decades, during which Ohana will pay around €1 million annually to utilize the club's intellectual property in the Dubai development. Before the contract takes effect, the partnership must be submitted for approval by club delegates at Barcelona's Ordinary General Assembly on September 19, 2026, in compliance with club statutes regarding jersey advertising.