The 2017-18 Liverpool FC third kit was released today, and it’s getting a much reception than last year’s model. That’s fitting, as the new strip is vastly superior to 2016-17’s very troubled “toxic thunder” shirt. Of course, that’s also a very low bar to clear, as last year’s alternate shirt looked like it received its coloring from an unholy concoction of Hi-C Ecto Cooler, liquified boogers and lemon-lime Gatorade that was left out in the sun too long.
Can’t forget these-
At first glance it seems a bit odd to have orange as the color, because it’s a hue so very close to the primary red on the spectrum. However, it’s rooted in history, and that gives the new shirt an additional level of respect beyond the superficial. The Liverpool FC third kit is “inspired by the signage of the original, world famous Kop” at Anfield, according to the team.
Here’s the club’s official unveiling promotional video-
Here it is – our 2017-18 @NBFootball third kit! ?https://t.co/lcgZri2EPQ#PureLFC pic.twitter.com/5AZUlQRjlv
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) July 17, 2017
Here’s some video of the players live modeling the Liverpool FC third kit in real time-
Looking sharp, lads. ?https://t.co/dvkfDaXBq7#PureLFC pic.twitter.com/GOiLurK8Ww
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) July 17, 2017
Liverpool are currently on summer preseason exhibition tour in Hong Kong, playing for the Premier League Asia trophy.
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