Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Football London
Football London
Sport
Oliver Harbord

'Straight flames' - Chelsea release away kit for 2019/20 season and Blues fans are loving it

Nike have released Chelsea's new away kit for the 2019/20 season, and Blues supporters are loving what they are seeing.

The kit has been inspired by the 'Mod' scene from back in the 1960's, with a polo shirt-style all in white, which is a return to the colour after last season's yellow.

"The kit is really beautiful, with so many nice touches," Chelsea Women star Fran Kirby said.

"I know a little bit about Mod fashion and culture and you can see its influence on the kit. I think it’s a shirt you could wear to the game, but also in any situation, and I’m sure the fans will like it."

Pete Hoppins, Nike Football Apparel Senior Design Director, added: "The concept we came up with is a homage to the Mods of 1960s London and their sharp style.

"It really comes together through this iconic white polo, finished off with red and blue stripes from Chelsea’s heritage. We feel this kit will make the players feel super sharp when playing on the road."

Nike have come in for some criticism for the kits that they have released over the last few years after Chelsea signed a record-breaking £900million deal to last 15 seasons, starting in the summer of 2017.

However, several Chelsea fans are impressed with the new kit that has been released ahead of the upcoming campaign, however it could cost up to £90 to buy.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.