Major Upgrade - Castore Preston North End 23-24 Home Kit Released
The new Preston home kit was released today. It is made by Castore, who are replacing Nike after 10 years, and will be worn in the 23-24 Championship.
Preston North End 23-24 Home Kit
Check out Castore's Preston North End F.C. 2023-24 home jersey below.
The Castore Preston North End 2023-24 home shirt is mainly white with a navy V-neck collar and more navy on the sleeve ends. Both feature thin gold trim, while all logos appear in navy.
Subtle vertical stripes can be found on the front upon closer inspection, adding a fine yet interesting element.
Castore combines the Preston 23-24 home jersey with navy shorts and hooped white and navy socks.
🤍 A new classic. Made for North End.
— Preston North End FC (@pnefc) June 23, 2023
Available online and in-store on Friday 30th June.#pnefc pic.twitter.com/KtTYOvKIPu
The Castore Preston 23-24 home shirt will be available from Friday, June 30.
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