Adidas Releases New Roma Jacket With Blue Color of Rivals Lazio, Sparking Outrage From Fans
- Jacket Design Controversy: Adidas released a new AS Roma jacket that included a shade of blue similar to that of their rivals Lazio, causing outrage among Roma fans.
- Fan Backlash and Withdrawal: Due to the strong negative reaction from Roma fans, the jacket was quickly withdrawn from sale by the club's owners.
- Disciplinary Action: AS Roma took disciplinary action against the Chief Commercial and Brand Officer, Michael Wandell, who was ultimately fired for the mistake.
A few days ago, Adidas unveiled Roma's new 24-25 jacket, which features a blue band close to the traditional colors of rivals Lazio. This caused a wave of anger among Roma fans. The product was subsequently withdrawn from sale.
AS Roma 24-25 Jacket
Check out Adidas' A.S.Roma 2024-25 jacket below.
The new Adidas AS Roma 24-25 jacket is predominantly maroon, with a familiar beige color. Curiously, Adidas has also used a shade of blue very similar to that of their rivals Lazio.
Adidas explained that this shade of blue was inspired by the famous Murales Hunting Pollution mural in Rome. So it's a shade of green, not blue.
Naturally, the Roma fans did not accept this explanation. They were furious that a Roma product had the colors of their rival Lazio.
Faced with the backlash from fans, AS Roma owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin took immediate action by withdrawing the jacket from sale.
According to Jacopo Aliprandi of Corriere dello Sport, Roma have also started disciplinary proceedings against Chief Commercial and Brand Officer Michael Wandell, who was largely responsible for the launch of the Adidas Roma jacket.
Michael Wandell has now been sacked. The American owners believe that such a serious mistake cannot be made against the fans.
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Uruguay Requests FIFA 'Legacy' Patch for Muslera's 2026 World Cup Kit
The Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) has formally requested that FIFA allow goalkeeper Fernando Muslera to wear the special 'Legacy' patch on his jersey sleeve during the 2026 World Cup. The patch is designated for players who have participated in five or more World Cup tournaments, a milestone Muslera is reaching with his inclusion in the 2026 squad.
Muslera was initially excluded from receiving the patch by FIFA because he did not register any playing time during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, despite being part of the official squad. His previous World Cup appearances came in 2010, 2014, and 2018. The AUF is now pushing for his recognition alongside other five-time tournament veterans such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Manuel Neuer, and Luka Modrić.
The 40-year-old goalkeeper is expected to start in Uruguay's opening match of the 2026 World Cup. If FIFA approves the request, Muslera's jersey will feature the 'Legacy' patch, marking his long-standing service to the national team across five different World Cup campaigns.
Spain 2026 World Cup Climacool Pre-Match Jacket Turns Heads
Spain's 2026 Climacool pre-match jacket, designed by Adidas for the 2026 World Cup, has caught the attention of fans and media alike. Worn by the players ahead of their matches in the tournament, the jacket has sparked a strong reaction online.
The Adidas Spain 2026 pre-match jacket features the usual design but with the striking, glossy Climacool look.
The Adidas Climacool 2026 World Cup Climacool jacket is not available to buy - Adidas only offers the regular version.
Thibaut Courtois Wears Special World Cup Golden Glove Patch
Following the introduction of special FIFA player patches for the 2026 World Cup, Thibaut Courtois has been spotted wearing a special Golden Glove patch on his Belgium kit, commemorating his award-winning performance at the 2018 tournament.
The new initiative by FIFA allows past award winners, including recipients of the Golden Boot, Golden Ball, and Golden Glove, to display their historic individual achievements directly on the sleeves of their national team shirts.
Inter Milan 2026-27 Dugout Jacket Leaked - Inspired by 26-27 Away Kit
We have the first image of a special Nike Inter Milan 2026-27 dugout jacket, showcasing a design heavily inspired by classic American sports apparel. Aligning perfectly with the aesthetic of the club's upcoming 2026-27 away kit, the varsity-style jacket features a blue body with contrasting white sleeves. It prominently displays a special circular "IM" monogram crest on the left chest, emphasizing the US baseball theme, alongside a classic white Nike Swoosh on the right.