A kit worthy of future champions? Manchester City unveil their new home shirt for the 2023-24 season and pay tribute to Etihad’s 20th anniversary… with Haaland, Grealish and Co sporting a new design
- Man City moved to the Etihad after spending 80 years on Maine Road
- Puma have launched their new kit for next season, paying homage to the pitch
- The graphic on the jersey is inspired by the architecture of the club’s stadium
Manchester City have unveiled their new home shirt for the 2023-24 season, with the shirt paying tribute to the 20th anniversary of the Etihad Stadium.
The strip, designed by global sportswear giants Puma, is inspired by the striking navy kit worn during the club’s first campaign on the pitch.
City moved to the Etihad in August 2003 after spending 80 years at Maine Road, with the change of venue marking the start of a glittering era filled with trophies.
As a tribute, Puma designed the latest version with the architecture of the pitch in mind. Indeed, the front graphic of the jersey was inspired by the four giant turrets positioned around the room, forming subtle tone-on-tone bands.
The stadium’s postcode is also displayed on the back of his collar, again marking the two-decade milestone, while the kit is completed with a white V-neck, identical to the same design used for Etihad’s first kit , the 2003. -04 domicile.
Manchester City have unveiled their Etihad-inspired home shirt for the 2023-24 season
The light blue jersey pays tribute to the City ground, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary
The town moved to its current home (pictured) after spending 80 years on Maine Road
In the meantime, state-of-the-art technology has been used to provide optimum performance and comfort on the pitch for City’s superstar squad.
The kit is crafted with ULTRAWEAVE fabric and equipped with a four-way stretch design to reduce weight and friction, allowing players to move freely.
In stores, the Replica version available is made with 100% recycled polyester and dryCELL technology, allowing its wearer to stay dry and comfortable.
Both jerseys are made with 100% recycled materials, except for the trims.
As part of the launch, Puma and City have invited selected supporters and club representatives to feature alongside the male and female first-team players.
Shaun Wright-Phillips, a member of the team that played at the Etihad in its inaugural season and now a club ambassador, hopes the new kit will bring back old memories.
“The Etihad Stadium plays an important role in the history of Manchester City,” he said. “Players and fans will hold special memories of the times shared there, so it’s fantastic that Puma took inspiration from that for this year’s home kit.
A host of City players as well as a selection of supporters and representatives donned the kit
The pattern on the shirt (above) reflects the four giant turrets dotted around the Etihad
Puma have stuck to the home shirt worn in City’s first-ever year at the Etihad
“I’m incredibly proud to have worn the Manchester City shirt and to have played in that first season at the Etihad. I hope this year’s shirt will bring back a lot of memories for our fans, as it has for me.
Marco Mueller, Senior Head of Teamsport Product Range Management at Puma, added: “The 20th anniversary of Manchester City’s move to the Etihad Stadium is a momentous occasion, celebrating the club’s incredible rise over this period. ”
“The new Home kit is a tribute to the incredible times shared there and the unwavering support from the fans.
“The shirt combines modern design elements with homages to the club’s first season at the new ground, creating a unique and meaningful kit for payers and fans alike, celebrating the place they call home.”
The new home strip is available from today in stores, online and at the Etihad.
Goalkeeper Ederson posed with the green and yellow jersey he will wear in the upcoming campaign
