Liverpool FC fans got to see the Reds display the new 08/10 kit during the 1-0 victory against Manchester City at Anfield. There is the usual shirt technology incorporated into the kit, such as ClimaCool and ForMotion, and this is supplemented by the ever present Carlsberg logo (longest shirt sponsorship in the league, and counting) and the three white stripes of adidas.There is a distinct move away from a sports top towards a professional jersey, with a hark back to tradition and the heady era of Dalglish and Souness; the V-neck dominating the new look. Plus there is a touch of modern class with the inside collar embroidered with "This Is Anfield" and a Liver Bird upon a stylish red/white chequered area.
Personally, I was initially apprehensive of the new design, and with a combination of price (the staple RRP £39.99), the fact I have all 3 of last seasons kits, and the growing views towards hitting the owners where it hurts and boycotting: I decided I wouldn't buy the strip. But of course this didn't last long and the aforementioned reasons never really had enough gravitas to persuade me against purchasing one, and thankfully I have rapidly come to my senses.
I'll wait until July to see which exciting players Benitez will be bringing in, and then choose who I'll being getting on my back. Thinking on I may be predictable and opt for a Gerrard or Mascherano number. The name "Barry" isn't the most attractive or popular in today's world, regardless of the playing ability of the man who wears it.
The kit will no doubt be a resounding success, and it has the thumbs up from this opinionated fan.
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