The new Arsenal away jersey was recently unveiled in a video which showcased Lagos, while Gunners stars Bukayo Saka, and club legend Nwankwo Kanu featured as models.
Arsenal is honoring its ties with its African followers by taking inspiration from the continent’s design heritage.
Arsenal away kit explained
Designed by Foday Dumbuya, the founder of Labrum London, this shirt has the traditional pan-African colors of black, red, and green, enhanced by a striking white zig-zag pattern.
The combination of these colors and cultural cues highlights the rich cultural heritage of both the team and their fan base, as well as past and present connections to the African diaspora in London and abroad.
The shirt features a plain black base that is brought to life by an abundance of bright colourations.
The shoulders and collar is adorned with vibrant red-and-green logos and embellishments, while a stunning white zig-zag pattern that reaches the shorts adorns the sleeves and sides of the torso.
Lagos showcased as Bukayo Saka, Kanu Nwankwo model kits
This beautiful design was unveiled in a promotional video featuring Bukayo Saka and teammate Gabriel, and also club legend Kanu Nwankwo.
The streets of Lagos, Nigeria, people on motorcycles, Okadas, and tricycles Keke-Napep are all shown in the footage.
It also features a Nigerian-influenced soundtrack by Uhuru-Yenzu and Ebo Taylor called “What is Life.
Watch the video as posted on X:
Introducing the Arsenal 2024/25 away kit.
From Africa, to The Arsenal, and back again. 🌍
🎥 @Arsenal pic.twitter.com/Bc5eQfXrUq
— afcstuff (@afcstuff) July 18, 2024
Meanwhile Sports Buddy previously reported that Arsenal supporters were left disheartened after images purportedly showcasing the club’s away kit for the upcoming season surfaced online, some months ago.
