West Ham 24-25 Home Kit Collar is Too Tight, Umbro Creates Special Version for Michail Antonio
Oct 25, 2024, by Chris
- Michail Antonio's Special Kit: Umbro created a special version of the West Ham home kit for Michail Antonio with a v-cut collar to address his discomfort with the original tight collar.
- Widespread Collar Issues: Multiple West Ham players, including Jarrod Bowen, have experienced discomfort with the 24-25 kit's round neck collar, leading to players cutting the collar to make it less restrictive.
- Possible Umbro Action: Due to the widespread complaints, it is likely that Umbro will provide West Ham with a fixed, standard smaller round collar to avoid issues with future kits.
Update: Michail Antonio began the season by cutting the elastic around his West Ham home shirt because it was too tight. Now, Umbro has created a special version of the kit with a different collar. The front part now features a large v cutout to provide a more relaxed feeling. Thanks to KitShed for the great collage.
Meanwhile, Jarrod Bowen folded over the collar to be less restrictive. Other West Ham United players wear the kit with no changes.
August 2024 - West Ham Players Cut High Round Neck Collar of 24-25 Kit
Several West Ham United players are apparently feeling constricted by the round neck collars of their 2024-2025 kits.
West Ham Players Cut Collar in Front
A few Hammers have discomfort with the tight fit and cut the collar in the front, allowing for a more comfortable fit that does not hinder breathing.
As at least three West Ham players cut the collar, it seems well possible that Umbro will provide West Ham with a fixed, standard smaller round collar.
This is not the first time that athletes have voiced their concerns about kit collar design, but problems mainly have been with polo collars. Toni Kroos said that he "hates polo collars", and Frankfurt's defender Hinteregger cut off the polo collar when playing for Frankfurt (Nike later supplied him with custom nonpolo collar kits).
What are your thoughts on the large round-neck collar of the West Ham 24-25 home kit? Do you think Umbro will provide the team with a fixed one? Let us know in the comments below.
Glenavon FC 26-27 Third Kit Released
Northern Irish club Glenavon FC and Adidas have officially revealed the club's new 26-27 third kit, named the 'Master McGrath Heritage Kit'. The bespoke design pays tribute to one of Lurgan's most celebrated sporting legends, Master McGrath, a famous 19th-century greyhound whose crest silhouette has long been associated with the town and football club.
The Glenavon 26-27 third jersey features a dark navy base paired with gold detailing on the collar, sleeve cuffs, and Adidas shoulder stripes. In a unique touch, the traditional club badge is replaced on the left chest by a dedicated gold silhouette of Master McGrath.
Gold branding for both Adidas and shirt sponsor Avondale Foods completes the clean look, paired with matching navy and gold shorts and socks. This special release completes the team's alternative set alongside the previously unveiled 26-27 away kit, which features a classic white jersey with a royal blue polo collar and blue trim.
Liverpool 26-27 Third Kit Leaked - Official Pictures
Official images of the Liverpool 26-27 third kit have been leaked by @opaleak, offering a complete look at Adidas' latest design for the club. The jersey features a black base paired with an abstract maroon graphic pattern across the front and sleeves, inspired by the waving flags seen on the Kop at Anfield.
All brand and sponsor detailing on the shirt is applied in monochrome silver, including the Adidas logo, the LFC Liver Bird crest, and the Standard Chartered chest sponsor. The shoulders carry Adidas' iconic Three Stripes in silver, while the back of the shirt is plain black. The 97 Hillsborough memorial emblem is positioned on the back collar.
Matching black shorts and socks complete the full kit ensemble, featuring silver Adidas stripes and LFC branding. The Liverpool 26-27 third strip is scheduled for an official launch on August 12, 2026.
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FC Barcelona 26-27 Long-Sleeve Third Kit Leaked
Official studio images of FC Barcelona's 26-27 third kit long-sleeve version have been leaked courtesy of Barcelona shirt collector @memorabilia1899. Designed by Nike, the new jersey pays homage to the classic 96-97 Kappa away shirt, combining nostalgia with modern performance materials. FC Barcelona and Nike are expected to officially present the 26-27 third kit on August 12.
