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KASABIAN LAUNCH ENGLAND AWAY KIT

You’d normally expect the likes of Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard or John Terry to be among the first celebrities to be photographed in any new England kit. But with regards to the England away shirt 2010 / 2012, that honour has gone to Kasabian front man Tom Meighan.

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The band played a set in Paris last night and when they returned for their encore, Meighan ran on to the stage wearing the new Umbro shirt.

Speaking to The Sun, Meighan said:

kasabian debut england shirt It was a true honour to unveil the kit. It’s amazing, it’s like a shield. Because it is fitted, it feels like armour, made up of three different parts.

Capello even had a word on the design. He wanted it to be smart. That’s how football jerseys should be.

He also spoke to music magazine NME and said:

kasabian debut england shirt I’m the first person to wear it which is crazy. They said they wanted to take it away from the footballers for once and do something up to date. They wanted to combine with rock n roll. They’re two powerful things… I’m honoured to wear it.

Umbro are using the iconic images from the gig for a global advertising campaign, with Tom as the face of the England kit. They are the first band to launch a Three Lions kit and were chosen because of their love of the beautiful game.

The new kit will be worn for the first time on March 3rd when England play African Cup of Nations Champions Egypt at Wembley.

The away shirt has been created by acclaimed conceptual designer Aitor Throup, using a unique 3D form constructed specifically for this task.

As with the England home shirt, Umbro and Aitor worked closely with Fabio Capello and the England team in the development of the kit, in order to ensure that Umbro created a piece of Football Tailoring that was smart, stylish and instilled a strong sense of pride in the players.You can get your hands on the new England kit by clicking on the pre-order banner below.

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NEW ENGLAND AWAY KIT: OFFICIAL IMAGES

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Well you have to admit that Umbro have been inventive. Rather than the normal, bog-standard shirt reveal, they certainly thought outside of the box when it came to the first public viewing of the England away shirt for 2010 / 2012.

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There were no England footballers in sight, and indeed, not that many English people on site as Kasabian front man Tom Meighan bounded out on to the stage in the new shirt at the famous Paris Olympia theatre as the band played their encore to last night’s set in the French capital.

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It’s the first time a band has been used to launch a new England kit – all very rock ‘n’ roll – as indeed it was back in 1966 which has certainly been used as the inspiration for the new shirt being nearly all red apart from the England badge, the Umbro logo and the cuffs.

The kit is completed by white shorts and red and white socks.

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The new kit will be worn for the first time on March 3rd when England play African Cup of Nations Champions Egypt at Wembley.

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The away shirt has been created by acclaimed conceptual designer Aitor Throup and, as with the England home shirt, Umbro and Aitor worked closely with Fabio Capello and the England team in the development of the kit, in order to ensure that Umbro created a piece of Football Tailoring that was smart, stylish and instilled a strong sense of pride in the players.

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AFRICA UNITY KIT

Africa Unity Kit

First off it’s a great idea. Any project that can tie in the global popularity of football and saving the planet must be applauded.

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As Jochen Zeitz, Chairman and CEO of PUMA says:

samuel eto’o africa unity kit In 2010, Africa will be at the centre of the footballing world. The ‘Play for Life’ campaign and the release of the Africa Unity Kit is a powerful statement for PUMA. PUMA is creating a unique kit embracing the diversity of African Nations teams while valuing the unity of players and supporters towards a common goal.

Biodiversity and therefore valuing and protecting all life on our planet is a huge issue, not only in Africa, but around the world - and we are proud to partner with UNEP to raise both awareness and funds through the sale of our Unity products.

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It also raises the fascinating possibility of a ‘continental kit’ for all national teams. OK, this would take an awful lot of discussion and a massive change of tack from all the major brands, but think about for a minute. A uniform 3rd kit for all nations, with all sale proceeds going towards good causes.

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The PUMA model is unique and is supported by the fact that they sponsor so many teams in Africa. But is it so far fetched that the likes of Nike, adidas, Reebok, Umbro and the rest could all come together and produce something similar? Thought provoking isn’t it?

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In the meantime, as these stunning images prove as does the video, PUMA have come up with a brilliant idea and one that deserves wholehearted support across the business of football.

What do you make of the idea and this very innovative approach? Let us know by commenting below.

UNEP

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the voice for the environment in the UN system.

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Established in 1972, UNEP’s mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.

UNEP is an advocate, educator, catalyst and facilitator promoting the wise use of the planet’s natural assets for sustainable development. It works with many partners, UN entities, international organizations, national governments, non-governmental organizations, business, industry, the media and civil society.

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UNEP’s work involves providing support for: environmental assessment and reporting; legal and institutional strengthening and environmental policy development; sustainable use and management of natural resources; integration of economic development and environmental protection; and promoting public participation in environmental management.

NEW SPAIN FOOTBALL SHIRT

 

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New Spain Football Shirt - Red/Collegiate Gold - Kids

European champions Spain qualified for the 2010 World Cup with two qualifying group matches to spare and will be amongst the favourites to lift the World Cup.

Here’s the new Spain Home Shirt the talented Spaniards will be wearing.

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•    The home kit features a strong red colour selection paying tribute to the 1964 European Cup winning team.
•    Inclusion of “La Furia Roja” script inside the collar commemorates the recent success in EURO 2008.
•    The new Indigo Blue away kit features colours found in the crest while the three stripes mirrors the national flag.
•    The initials R.F.E.F. on the back is a reference to the proud Real Federacion Espanola de Futbol.

Tell us what you think  of the New Spain football shirt…

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NEW ARGENTINA HOME SHIRT

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New Argentina Home Shirt - Columbia Blue/White

Argentina is one of the most successful national football teams in the world, having won the World Cup twice and the Copa America 14 times Maradona’s much changed squad have again qualified for another World Cup…. but only just!

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The new Argentina Home Shirt 2009/10 will be worn by the likes of Messi and Tevez as they look to conquer the best teams in the world when they travel to South Africa. Shirt Printing available.

•    The new blue and white Argentina home kit resembles the national flag and features special mesh material similar to the fabric used in the jersey worn by the 1986 World Cup winning team.
•    The away kit features double blue stripes and silver lining for the first time since the 1986 World Cup.
•    The Sun mirrors the national anthem and pride of Argentina helping players and fans to “live crowned with glory.”

What do you make of the new Argentina home shirt?

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NEW GREECE HOME SHIRT

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New Greece home shirt.

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The kit, made by adidas, incorporates the innovative Formotion technology which offers maximum comfort and perfect fit, with features like three-dimensional design, different combinations of fabrics for greater flexibility and special stitching to eliminate friction during intense action.

Additionally, Climacool, with special fabrics placed in key points of the body, allows air to penetrate the fabric keeping the player cool, dry and comfortable.

What do you make of the new Greece home shirt?

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NEW FRANCE SHIRT

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New France Shirt - Mid Blue/White-Met Gold/Red

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•    The new home kit honours World Cup successes in 1984 and 1998 in colour and design.
•    Eight red lines and three white lines highlight the importance of team and communicate diversity in unity.
•    The away uniform features a classic look with red and blue retro pin-stripes.

What do you think of the new France shirt?

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NEW MEXICO FOOTBALL SHIRT

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New Mexico football shirt - green white red.

New Mexico football shirt

•    The kit features a feather pattern that is inspired by the Eagle Warrior national symbol.
•    References to the Aztec pyramids pay tribute to the nation’s rich history on and off the pitch.
•    The new away kit prominently features the Eagle Warrior along with the brand new black colorway.

What do you think of the new Mexico football shirt?

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NEW GERMANY SHIRT

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New Germany football shirt.
Germany have unveiled the kit they will be wearing in South Africa, made by adidas.

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The jersey in traditional white, includes for the first time three stripes in black, gold and red on the sleeve and was introduced during an event in Herzogenaurach by coach Joachim Löw, Captain Michael Ballack, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Philipp Lahm, Per Mertesacker and Franz Beckenbauer.

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•    Germany’s new home kit pays tribute to their World Cup successes of 1954, 1974 and 1990.
•    The 11 lines represent 11 players and one team which highlight the important of Teamgeist  (team spirit).
•    The away kit features a simple black design with special trim details that commemorate the first German team from 1898.

What do you think of the New Germany Shirt?

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NEW JAPAN FOOTBALL SHIRT

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New Japan football shirt.

Japan have booked their fourth consecutive appearance at the World Cup and their manager has announced his goal of a semi-final place at South Africa 2010 too.

Here’s what the squad will be wearing.

NEW JAPAN FOOTBALL SHIRT

•    The three legged crow serves as key inspiration behind the design of Japan’s kit.
•    Considered the God of Sun, the crow is symbolic of the players and fans national team commitment.

What do you make of the new Japan football shirt?

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NEW SOUTH AFRICA FOOTBALL SHIRT

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New South Africa football shirt - Sunshine/Twilight Green.

Bafana Bafana’s 2010 Fifa World Cup jersey includes the South African flag on the front, an African art print on the collar and includes 11 threads to symbolize diversity in unity, as well as modern interpretations of traditional South African artwork.

The new South Africa football shirt is the 16th shirt launched in the last 11 years.
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•    The shapes and designs on the new kit are inspired by a visual language born out of a modern interpretation of traditional South African artwork.
•    The Protea Flower represents diversity and courage and is found over the heart of the new home kit.
•    A mixture of Twilight and Forest Greens combine to create the new away kit.

What do you think of the new South Africa football shirt?

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NEW RUSSIA FOOTBALL SHIRT

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New Russia Football Shirt - Cardinal/Met Gold

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•    Deep red and gold colors are prominent in the new Russia home kit.
•    A special eagle design by popular Khokhloma art is featured on the back and accompanied by the word Russia in traditional text.
•    This same eagle is featured on the front combined with unique horizontal lines inspired by Russian architecture creating a background for the proud national symbol.
•    The white, red and blue of the away kit mirror the Russian national flag.

What do you think of the new Russia football shirt?

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ADIDAS UNVEILS NEW INTERNATIONAL SHIRTS

There’s been a huge amount of activity recently from Adidas on the international shirt front.

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The first of them, the new Greece home shirt for 2010 / 2012 will be on show this weekend as the Greeks take on Ukraine in the first leg of their World Cup play off encounter.

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The kit, made by adidas, incorporates the innovative Formotion technology which offers maximum comfort and perfect fit, with features like three-dimensional design, different combinations of fabrics for greater flexibility and special stitching to eliminate friction during intense action.

Additionally, Climacool, with special fabrics placed in key points of the body, allows air to penetrate the fabric keeping the player cool, dry and comfortable.

New Germany Shirt

Germany don’t have to worry about the play off’s but they too have unveiled the kit they will be wearing in South Africa, also made by adidas.

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The jersey in traditional white, includes for the first time three stripes in black, gold and red on the sleeve and was introduced during an event in Herzogenaurach by coach Joachim Löw, Captain Michael Ballack, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Philipp Lahm, Per Mertesacker and Franz Beckenbauer.

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Commenting on the kit, Michael Ballack said:

adidas world cup kits 2010 / 2012 The new jersey gives us an extra spark for the upcoming preparation for the 2010 World Cup.

Completing a busy few days for adidas, they have also released details of the World Cup kits for Mexico and Japan, the latter in a player Techfit version and a replica Formotion model.

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PURPLE PATCH FOR EVERTON’S FOOTBALL SHIRT

A limited edition purple coloured Everton football shirt has become the club’s fastest selling shirt.

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Everton football club with a new Purple shirt have reached their target to raise in excess of £100,000 for the charity, Liverpool Unites, which campaigns to improve the lives of young people on Merseyside by inspiring them to break the cycle of crime and poverty.

The new limited edition football shirt sees an Everton crest on a purple shirt for the very first time in the club’s 131 year history and represents the adopted colour of the unique charity.

Club officials hope that the kit will be worn for at least one first team game this season, but nothing has yet been confirmed.

Each shirt will be individually boxed, numbered and presented with a certificate of authenticity.  The first release of this limited edition shirt will be on Friday 30 October.
On hand to launch the new limited edition shirt were Melanie and Stephen Jones, parents of eleven year old Evertonian Rhys Jones, and Everton Manager David Moyes together with Russian midfielder Diniyar Bilyaletdinov who donned the new shirt at Finch Farm.

The shirt will be officially launched at a special black tie dinner to be held at Club Everton at Goodison Park on Thursday 29 October 2009. Members of the Everton first team squad and Blues heroes from days gone by will join over 200 special guests to celebrate the event and there will be plenty of surprises for those lucky enough to attend.

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By James Bailey

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