Arsenal to say goodbye to club favorite at Nottingham Forest amid concerns over replacement
Arsenal will bid farewell to a beloved symbol of their successful season when they face Nottingham Forest this weekend. The Gunners recently experienced a rollercoaster of emotions, particularly with their title aspirations fading after a disappointing 3-0 home defeat to Brighton. As the league season nears its end, Arsenal is preparing to say goodbye to some players, with one departure scheduled earlier than others.
Nottingham Forest's red home kit presents a unique situation for Arsenal's last away game of the season. Since the home and away kits would clash, the Gunners are expected to don their away kit for this match. The away kit for the 2022/23 season has garnered immense praise from fans and is considered one of Adidas and the club's finest creations. Arsenal is known for its nostalgia, often bringing back classic designs from the pre-2000s era, such as the lightning bolts and bruised banana styles.
While the black and bronzy gold design of the kit evokes a retro feel with the "AFC" effect, the overall use of black as the primary color deviates from the traditional Arsenal aesthetic. Nevertheless, millions of fans have adored the kit. However, its time with the club will come to an end after the Nottingham Forest game.
Adding to the sentimentality of this farewell is the anticipation of what is to come. Recently leaked images of Arsenal's away kit for the 2023/24 season have received mixed reviews. Sporting a vibrant yellow reminiscent of a teacher's highlighter, the kit features a zebra-like pattern with black curved lines and grayish dots. It is fair to say that the reception of this kit has not been overwhelmingly positive.
On a brighter note, the club's third kit offers some relief. With a dark green torso and navy sleeves, it pays homage to the 1982/83 away kit. While opinions on the new kits may differ, supporters will undoubtedly take a moment during the Nottingham Forest game to appreciate the beauty of the current kit, which has been worn during numerous memorable moments. From the exhilarating 4-2 victory at Brighton to Fabio Vieira's memorable goal against Brentford and the intense yet heart-wrenching match at Anfield, the shirt holds cherished memories. Unlike a departing player, the shirt can be worn forever, serving as a symbol of past successes and a source of inspiration for future generations of Arsenal fans.
blogpay
Total Comments: 0