Newcastle United Wins Injunction Against Sports Direct
Apr 15, 2024, by Chris
- Injunction Outcome: Sports Direct's attempt to force Newcastle United to sell Adidas kits in their stores was rejected by the court.
- Exclusive Sales Agreement: Newcastle United has an exclusive agreement with JD Sports to sell the new Adidas kits, limiting availability to club stores, JD Sports, and Adidas.
- Kit Launch Dates: The Adidas Newcastle United 24-25 home kit will launch on June 7, 2024, with the away and third kits following in July and August, respectively.
Sports Direct has failed in its bid to get Newcastle United to sell its Adidas kits for the coming season in Sports Direct's stores.
We also get to know the launch dates of the Adidas Newcastle United 24-25 kits
Former Newcastle owner Mike Ashley runs Sports Direct. There is a long history of disputes between Mike Ashley and Newcastle United.
Sports Direct Fails to Win Injunction Against Newcastle United
Newcastle United has an exclusive agreement with JD Sports to sell the kits. Sports Direct had argued that this agreement was an abuse of the club's dominant position.
There might be a later decision favoring Sports Direct
The court rejected Sports Direct's application for an injunction. However, the judge stated that the refusal to grant the injunction made a speedy procedure more urgent, not less so. So there might be a later decision favoring Sports Direct. The court now expects the parties to make proposals quickly or to submit their own proposals shortly.
Newcastle United switches to Adidas for the 2024-2025 season. The club's agreement with Adidas and JD Sports means that the Adidas Newcastle United 24-25 kits will be only available via the club stores, JD Sports, and Adidas.
In the tribunal hearing, it also became public that when Adidas is set to launch their 2024-25 Newcastle United replica kits.
- Adidas Newcastle United 24-25 Home Kit – To Be Launched on 7 June 2024
- Adidas Newcastle United 24-25 Away Kit – To Be Launched in July 2024
- Adidas Newcastle United 24-25 Third Kit – To Be Launched in August 2024
Do you think it is unfair that Adidas Newcastle United's 2024-25 kits will not be available via independent retailers? Let us know in the comments below.
Mitre 2026 FA Community Shield Ball Released
Mitre has officially revealed the official match ball for the 2026 FA Community Shield. Based on the brand's flagship Ultimax Pro model, the special-edition ball will take center stage at the traditional English season opener in Cardiff featuring Arsenal and Manchester City.
The ball introduces a vibrant look designed to stand out on the pitch, combining bold shades of orange, yellow, light blue, and deep navy fluidly draped across white panels. Mitre's signature chevron graphics appear across the upper, highlighted by silver and navy outlines. Official branding reading The FA Community Shield and 26-27 season detailing are stamped directly on the main panel.
Technically, the 26-27 FA Community Shield Ultimax Pro ball utilizes Mitre's top-tier thermally bonded panel structure, equipped with hyperflow debossed surface texturing for superior flight consistency and grip. The match ball has been launched in limited numbers and is available now via select stockists including Pro:Direct Soccer.
In-House Dynamo Makhachkala 26-27 Third Kit Released
Russian Premier League club Dynamo Makhachkala has officially unveiled its new third kit for the 26-27 season. Continuing the approach taken for their home and away options, the new third uniform has been produced entirely in-house without an external technical supplier.
The Dynamo Makhachkala 26-27 third shirt is predominantly white and features a subtle, detailed tonal graphic pattern running across the body and sleeves. Blue details provide contrast throughout the design, seen on the club crest, partner logos, and a central heart graphic made up of tiny human silhouettes.
White shorts with blue numbers and white socks complete the look. By producing their set of 26-27 kits independently, the Dagestani club maintains complete creative independence for their matchwear setup.
FC Nordsjælland 26-27 Away Kit Released
FC Nordsjælland and Nike have officially launched the new away shirt for the 26-27 season. The release marks a major milestone for the Danish club, celebrating a ten-year partnership with the Right to Dream Academy.
The FC Nordsjælland 26-27 away shirt features a bold black base highlighted by vivid yellow graphic lines that emanate from around the club crest on the left chest. The Nike Swoosh appears in matching yellow on the right, alongside white sponsor logos. On the upper back, a special graphic featuring cultural symbols and a red number 10 pays tribute to a decade of collaboration with Right to Dream.
The new away kit is completed with black shorts and socks, offering a unified look on the pitch.
Striking Hummel Bournemouth 26-27 Anthem Jacket Revealed
Images of the new AFC Bournemouth 26-27 anthem jacket made by Hummel have surfaced. Designed for pre-match walkouts, the striking jacket introduces a sleek black and dark charcoal base paired with refined metallic gold details.
The stand-out feature of the jacket is the intricate geometric pattern running across the sleeves and midsection in contrasting gold and black. On the left chest sits a retro-styled circular Cherries emblem embroidered in gold thread, accompanied by Hummel's classic logo on the right. A custom gold zipper pull with the Hummel bumblebee branding and lightweight mesh lining complete the design.
This matchday jacket forms part of Hummel's new teamwear collection for Bournemouth following the brand's arrival as the club's official technical kit supplier for the 26-27 season.
No More Umbro: Hummel Le Havre 26-27 Away Kit Released
French club Le Havre AC and new technical sponsor Hummel have officially unveiled the club's away kit for the 26-27 season. Unveiled during the club's Fan Day event, the new strip follows the recent launch of their home jersey and continues the new partnership between Le Havre and Hummel.
The Hummel Le Havre 26-27 away shirt features a very light sky blue base paired with deep navy blue details. Navy trim accents the crossover collar, sleeve cuffs, and side panel inserts, while Hummel's iconic chevrons sit prominently on the shoulders. The club badge and supplier logo are both rendered in monochromatic navy for a clean contrast.
Adding a touch of local identity, the upper back of the jersey below the collar features the Latin phrase "Nutrisco et Extinguo" printed in navy, referencing the historic motto associated with the city's foundation.
Real Sporting Gijón 26-27 Third Kit Released
Spanish club Real Sporting de Gijón and local sportswear brand Siroko have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. The presentation took place at El Molinón, featuring players Alejo Sarco and Konrad de la Fuente showcasing the new design.
The Sporting Gijón 26-27 third shirt introduces a stylish look in sand and earth tones. It features a light beige base with subtle tonal vertical stripes, complemented by dark brown detailing on the collar, raglan sleeve piping, side panels, and sleeve cuffs. The club crest, Siroko logo, and main sponsor print are all styled in monochrome dark brown to match the trim.
Inspired by the local landscape and the club's devoted fan movement, La Mareona, the uniform offers a clean aesthetic deeply rooted in the city of Gijón. Dark brown shorts and beige socks complete the new third strip.
