FA respond to calls to scrap controversial new kit ahead of England v Brazil
Various figures have slammed the new design.
The Football Association have hit back at critics of England’s controversial new kit and confirmed it will not be scrapped ahead of this weekend’s friendly against Brazil.
‘The new England 2024 Home kit has a number of design elements which were meant as a tribute to the 1966 World Cup winning team,’ a statement read.
‘The coloured trim on the cuffs is inspired by the training gear worn by England’s 1966 heroes, and the same colours also feature on the design on the back of the collar.
‘It is not the first time that different coloured St George’s cross-inspired designs have been used on England shirts.
‘We are very proud of the red and white St George’s cross – the England flag.
‘We understand what it means to our fans, and how it unites and inspires, and it will be displayed prominently at Wembley tomorrow – as it always is – when England play Brazil.’
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