CARDIFF CITY FC FACE BACKLASH

Cardiff City are facing a backlash over their new all-red kit for their Barclay’s Premier League debut season.

The two-tone strip, with shorts a darker shade than the shirt, sparked strong reaction from supporters.

But describing the kit – made by manufacturer Puma – the club described the new look as “unique, classic and stylish.”

In its statement accompanying the launch, the club said the new kit would make it “stand out” in the Premier League.

It said: “The club decided to maximise on the Puma King design and adopt a two-tone red home kit this season, helping us stand out in the Premier League crowd.

“The two Puma King stripes reflect the fans loyalty to the club, which is appreciated by all. We hope you all enjoy the results and look forward to seeing you all wearing your new shirt – with quite a few optional sleeve badges we think – as the season gets under way.”

But Carl Curtis, who runs a supporters’ website, described the strip as “hideous” and said: “The only redeeming feature is the Premier League badge on the arm.

“Now that does look classy.”

However, Mansell Lewis, from Maesteg, a former RAF serviceman preparing for a 75th season as a Bluebirds fan, said: “I’ll be cheering Malky Mackay’s team on again next season – and I’ll be wearing the red kit.”

Cardiff wore black shorts last season, but have now switched to an all-red kit.

The badge remains unchanged with a small bluebird below a dragon.

But the fact that the shorts are a darker shade to the shirt brought an angry reaction on social mediate sites.

Mike Morris, from the cardiffcity-mad.co.uk website, said there had been “alarm and shock” among fans on the message board.

“The kit is so different, so weird,” said Morris.

“There were a couple who said they weren’t worried about the colours because Cardiff City are in the Premier League, but the reaction of most was alarm and shock.

“The club tweeted that having two shades of red was a conscious decision.

“Most people expected red, of course, but we want Cardiff’s kit to look classy. I would have preferred white shorts.

“The kit looks odd. Why two different shades?”

Bluebirds fan Lee Beames said the fans would prefer Cardiff played in traditional blue, but he said he isn’t going to get too upset about colours.

“What does it matter?” said Beames.

“We have reached a stage where I am not going to get upset about a slightly different shade of red.

“I’ll be supporting Cardiff City as hard as ever next season in their new kit.

“I will never waver in my support unless the club name was changed from Cardiff – and I don’t believe that would ever happen.

“I assume the away kit will again be blue and that will be fine with me.”

But Tim Hartley, chairman of the Cardiff City Supporters Trust, said: “On a personal level I’m not sure the two-tone red shirt and shorts really works. I find it rather distracting.

“As a Trust, the majority of our members want a return to a blue kit at some stage.

“We would urge the club to consider a blue away kit for our first season at Premier League level.”

Long-time fan Paul Corkrey feels the club should have offered fans a choice of red kits before making a final decision.

“There should have been a choice for fans,” he said.

“Many are still opposed to the rebranding from blue to red and now this new kit for 2013-14 has been imposed.

“It looks like a kit which has been photo-shopped by a child.

“It looks a cheap kit with a beer mat as a badge. After then furore over the rebrand this should have been handled better.

“I wish there had been more consultation and maybe a choice of strips for supporters to look at and comment on before this announcement.”

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They still wont change it though

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Thank you to all that signed.

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

Please for the love of God.

Employ someone who is capable of designing a kit that is fit for purpose. That is, to be worn in the Premiership. This kit will be seen all over the Globe and it's shoddy, amateur appearance reflects poorly on the club. Mr Tan if you want a red kit so be it but give us a red kit we can be proud of. Every team we play against this season,their supporters will take the piss out of the kit. Your judgement Mr Tan on accepting this kit will be questioned by fans,media and businessmen both in the UK and Asia. Embarrassing for all concerned, including you Mr Tan.

Hope they keep it the same it will reduce sales

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

You've already tweaked them - they look better

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

I hope so but I can't see it

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

You've already tweaked them - they look better

Employ someone who is capable of designing a kit that is fit for purpose. That is, to be worn in the Premiership. This kit will be seen all over the Globe and it's shoddy, amateur appearance reflects poorly on the club. Mr Tan if you want a red kit so be it but give us a red kit we can be proud of. Every team we play against this season,their supporters will take the piss out of the kit. Your judgement Mr Tan on accepting this kit will be questioned by fans,media and businessmen both in the UK and Asia. Embarrassing for all concerned, including you Mr Tan.

the majority of fans will NEVER be proud of a red kit regardless of the design.

Hope they keep it the same it will reduce sales

The Tan can do no wrong brigade will still lap it up Nukes.

Never been a fan of the switch to red, lost my lunch over the shorts, but what really pisses me off are the "Stripes that reflect the fans loyalty to the club". Whoever came up with that nugget must genuinely believe we are all complete morons! Is this the club's way of trying to throw the fans a bone? It's insulting to even suggest that they thought that these loyalty stripes would be received by the fans as a gesture of unity and thanks. After all, every 2013 Puma kit I've seen has the same two stripes. Aesthetically, I'm fine with a couple of stripes, but don't try and pawn these off as being a nod to or thanks to us supporters. If anything this further proves they don't give a damn about the supporters and haven't a clue on how to reach out to us!

like it or not people will buy it in the thousands just like the thousands who took and wore the red scarfs

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

What and have white shorts so we can look like man united isit? That's more embarrassing

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

What and have white shorts so we can look like man united isit? That's more embarrassing

They need to change something, I wouldn't want to see our team run out looking like what we have seen today.

After seeing the horrendous new kit I have been looking at http://www.newsnow.co.uk/h/Sport/Footba ... rdiff+City
for fan's feedback. There is no good news to report.

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

What and have white shorts so we can look like man united isit? That's more embarrassing

They need to change something, I wouldn't want to see our team run out looking like what we have seen today.

It's new so gonna look differant but people will get used to it and it will look better with more pics and on tv and in person imo.
I see it as unique and I'd hate to watch us looking like Man U

like it or not people will buy it in the thousands just like the thousands who took and wore the red scarfs

Absolutely true. Last years kit sold like hot cakes and I fully expect the same this year. If there was ever going to be a boycott then it would have been last year when the shock of the rebrand really hit home.

VT won't be swayed by a few moans on message boards that's for sure so we simply have to wise up and realise that the red home kit has nothing to do with us (South Wales based supporters) and is absolutely aimed at the Far Eastern market.

What I am more concerned about is getting a traditional blue away kit.

like it or not people will buy it in the thousands just like the thousands who took and wore the red scarfs

Absolutely true. Last years kit sold like hot cakes and I fully expect the same this year. If there was ever going to be a boycott then it would have been last year when the shock of the rebrand really hit home.

VT won't be swayed by a few moans on message boards that's for sure so we simply have to wise up and realise that the red home kit has nothing to do with us (South Wales based supporters) and is absolutely aimed at the Far Eastern market.

What I am more concerned about is getting a traditional blue away kit.

Tony, I may be mistaken but I think everyone knew or realised that the kit was going to be red, it just how poor the kit is that has wound people up more.

Don't get me wrong there would still be those who will complain regardless but tbf this kit is shocking.

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

What and have white shorts so we can look like man united isit? That's more embarrassing

They need to change something, I wouldn't want to see our team run out looking like what we have seen today.

Carl the home kit was given up as part of the rebrand and £100m investment.

Therefore we can't moan about it now and it is obvious that this kit is totally aimed at the Asian market. Rather than get distracted over something we have no control over why don't we all unite and make sure the Blue kit is definitely our number one away strip.

the kit is awful and if we dont get a blue away one then look out.

To be fair any red home kit to me is awful anyhow

like it or not people will buy it in the thousands just like the thousands who took and wore the red scarfs

Absolutely true. Last years kit sold like hot cakes and I fully expect the same this year. If there was ever going to be a boycott then it would have been last year when the shock of the rebrand really hit home.

VT won't be swayed by a few moans on message boards that's for sure so we simply have to wise up and realise that the red home kit has nothing to do with us (South Wales based supporters) and is absolutely aimed at the Far Eastern market.

What I am more concerned about is getting a traditional blue away kit.

Tony, I may be mistaken but I think everyone knew or realised that the kit was going to be red, it just how poor the kit is that has wound people up more.

Don't get me wrong there would still be those who will complain regardless but tbf this kit is shocking.

Carl I don't like the kit it is horrible. But we gave up the home kit as part of the rebrand/investment deal so the number 1 priority would always be what would sell in Asia and not South Wales.

Lets just let VT get on with it but at the same time lobby like hell for a decent traditional blue away kit.

Cardiff City are facing a backlash over their new all-red kit for their Barclay’s Premier League debut season.

The two-tone strip, with shorts a darker shade than the shirt, sparked strong reaction from supporters.

But describing the kit – made by manufacturer Puma – the club described the new look as “unique, classic and stylish.”

In its statement accompanying the launch, the club said the new kit would make it “stand out” in the Premier League.

It said: “The club decided to maximise on the Puma King design and adopt a two-tone red home kit this season, helping us stand out in the Premier League crowd.

“The two Puma King stripes reflect the fans loyalty to the club, which is appreciated by all. We hope you all enjoy the results and look forward to seeing you all wearing your new shirt – with quite a few optional sleeve badges we think – as the season gets under way.”

But Carl Curtis, who runs a supporters’ website, described the strip as “hideous” and said: “The only redeeming feature is the Premier League badge on the arm.

“Now that does look classy.”

However, Mansell Lewis, from Maesteg, a former RAF serviceman preparing for a 75th season as a Bluebirds fan, said: “I’ll be cheering Malky Mackay’s team on again next season – and I’ll be wearing the red kit.”

Cardiff wore black shorts last season, but have now switched to an all-red kit.

The badge remains unchanged with a small bluebird below a dragon.

But the fact that the shorts are a darker shade to the shirt brought an angry reaction on social mediate sites.

Mike Morris, from the cardiffcity-mad.co.uk website, said there had been “alarm and shock” among fans on the message board.

“The kit is so different, so weird,” said Morris.

“There were a couple who said they weren’t worried about the colours because Cardiff City are in the Premier League, but the reaction of most was alarm and shock.

“The club tweeted that having two shades of red was a conscious decision.

“Most people expected red, of course, but we want Cardiff’s kit to look classy. I would have preferred white shorts.

“The kit looks odd. Why two different shades?”

Bluebirds fan Lee Beames said the fans would prefer Cardiff played in traditional blue, but he said he isn’t going to get too upset about colours.

“What does it matter?” said Beames.

“We have reached a stage where I am not going to get upset about a slightly different shade of red.

“I’ll be supporting Cardiff City as hard as ever next season in their new kit.

“I will never waver in my support unless the club name was changed from Cardiff – and I don’t believe that would ever happen.

“I assume the away kit will again be blue and that will be fine with me.”

But Tim Hartley, chairman of the Cardiff City Supporters Trust, said: “On a personal level I’m not sure the two-tone red shirt and shorts really works. I find it rather distracting.

“As a Trust, the majority of our members want a return to a blue kit at some stage.

“We would urge the club to consider a blue away kit for our first season at Premier League level.”

Long-time fan Paul Corkrey feels the club should have offered fans a choice of red kits before making a final decision.

“There should have been a choice for fans,” he said.

“Many are still opposed to the rebranding from blue to red and now this new kit for 2013-14 has been imposed.

“It looks like a kit which has been photo-shopped by a child.

“It looks a cheap kit with a beer mat as a badge. After then furore over the rebrand this should have been handled better.

“I wish there had been more consultation and maybe a choice of strips for supporters to look at and comment on before this announcement.”

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I support Cardiff, Blue or Red, however I am drawing the line on this one, worst kit i have ever seen, it looks cheap and nasty, someone needs to seriously look into this

the kit is awful and if we dont get a blue away one then look out.

To be fair any red home kit to me is awful anyhow

Well if VT wants to keep the reluctant reds on side he had better give us a proper Cardiff City blue away shirt.

Makes me laugh some people online who openly buy the red kit are up in at Arms over the 'shade' of red but criticise fans wanting to keep our traditional colours blue!
I chuckled when I saw it as its all turning into a farce now.... Vt ain't got a clue unfortunately: (

What worries me most is asking them to change the shorts is they will come out with a statement claiming how they listened and compromised with fans by altering the shorts.....its almost like a well made f**k up to show they have compromised albeit all on there terms-- NO Blue lol

It is bloody awful. Total joke.

It's spectacularly bad and I'm not expecting the blue one to be much better.

The Puma kit designer must've got ours mixed up with the Grimthorpe Red Lion reserves.

It's spectacularly bad and I'm not expecting the blue one to be much better.

The Puma kit designer must've got ours mixed up with the Grimthorpe Red Lion reserves.

That's a good point (sort of) are Dragons two toned red?

They still wont change it though

After the outcry today, I fully expect the club to tweak it, especially the shorts.

Already been mentioned earlier that the shorts will be white. old news.