FA, Nike face backlash from fans and politicians over recoloring of St. George’s Cross on collar; Nike says it was intended as “playful update”
Tag: England Football
England Women’s Team Raises Dementia Awareness Through Jerseys in Friendly
Three players without names in Lionesses’ starting lineup represent 1-in-3 people born in the UK today who will develop dementia
Mitre Brings Back Classic Look for 2022-23 FA Cup Match Ball
Chevrons on ball capture “the essence of some of Mitre’s most celebrated and recognisable footballs from the last 30 years”
Nike Launches New Home and Away Kits for 11 National Teams in 2022 World Cup
Announcement confirms prior leaks for U.S., England, South Korea, Qatar, Australia, Croatia, France, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia; also confirms no new kits for Canada
England National Team Plays Without Names in 2nd Half of Friendly to Raise Alzheimer’s Awareness
Gesture meant to “draw attention to how people with dementia lose precious memories, even the names of their favourite football players”
England Football Launches with Modified Three Lions Logo; Will Not Replace National Team Crest
FA launches organization to support grassroots soccer in England; despite confusion on social media, crest will not appear on national team jerseys