This is Bad: Authentic Nike Liverpool 23-24 Third Seems to Be Much Lighter Than Replica
Aug 11, 2023, by Chris
Liverpool fans were left with questions after the unveiling of the club's 23-24 third kit. The concern is the color of the kit, with fans wondering if the authentic version is lighter than the replica.
Fans Left Wondering About Colors of Liverpool's 23-24 Third Kit
In the official pictures released by the club, the authentic version appears to be much lighter than the replica. Such a remarkable color difference would be a first in the history of authentic and replica kits, which tend to have other differences, but not the color.
Replica kits usually have the same colors as the authentic version
The lighter color of the Liverpool 23-24 authentic kit has probably two reasons - one is real, the other only because of the pictures.
First Reason: New Knit Pattern Makes the Kit Lighter
First, the new knit pattern featured in the authentic kit results in a lighter look.
Second Reason: Images of Authentic Are Lighter
Second, the pictures of the authentic version were taken in lighter conditions, further increasing the difference in appearance.
Indeed, in the images of the Women's replica kit, the differences are much smaller.
As of now, we will have to wait for direct comparison pictures to get a better understanding of the color differences between the two versions. However, if the heavy color differences are confirmed, this would be another stage backward of replica versions of football kits.
Is Liverpool's 23-24 Authentic Lighter Than the Replica?
👕 Liverpool's 23-24 third kit was unveiled last night
🤔 Fans wonder if the authentic version is lighter than the replica
📷 Official pictures show a noticeable difference in appearance
🎨 Color discrepancy is likely because of knit material, and not only because of different lighting of photos
✅ Direct comparison pictures could give confirmation
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Will direct comparison pictures confirm the color discrepancy? Will replica kits get less similar to authentic kits every year? Let us know in the comments below.
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The Nike FC Penafiel 26-27 home jersey is predominantly red, styled with a contrasting black polo collar and open v-neck cut. Adding to the retro design, the club badge is set within a dark circular crest frame on the left chest, accompanied by a black Nike Swoosh and white Abanca sponsorship branding across the chest.
The FC Penafiel 26-27 home shirt is available now through the club's official webshop, priced at €59.99.
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The shirt features a minimalist standalone gold lion crest on the chest, replacing the full traditional club badge. Gold piping traces the shoulder seams and side panels, while an intricate gold laurel wreath graphic borders the collar and sleeve cuffs to match design elements on Chelsea's 26-27 home kit.
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The 26-27 home kit retains the country's iconic red and white checkerboard pattern, featuring subtle Glagolitic script graphics embedded within the checkers alongside a classic blue Adidas Performance logo and tricolor collar and cuff detailing. In contrast, the away jersey comes in EQT blue with vibrant red-orange accents and shoulder stripes, incorporating an intricate traditional lace-making pattern across the front and the iconic Adidas Trefoil logo on the chest.
With the multi-year deal officially launched on August 1, 2026, under the "Checkers Meet Stripes" campaign, these store sightings give fans a full early look at the physical shirts. The full range is expected to be formally launched ahead of Croatia's UEFA Nations League matches in September 2026.