Chelsea unveil new home kit for 2018/19 season

By Sky Sports Football

Image: Chelsea will wear their new home shirt against Newcastle on Sunday

Chelsea have revealed their new home kit for the 2018/19 season, which they will wear for the first time against Newcastle on Sunday, live on Sky Sports.

The new kit takes inspiration from the famous and much-loved jerseys of the 1980s and 90s.

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Flashes of colour feature on the shirt, with "dazzling horizontal red and white lines vibrantly standing out against the famous Chelsea blue".

Image: Eden Hazard models Chelsea's new home shirt

The jersey is complemented by the traditional blue shorts and white socks, which include a horizontal red and blue trim at the knee.

Meanwhile, there are two subtle inner features which give a nod to Chelsea's pride and heritage.

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Image: Flashes of colour feature on Chelsea's new home shirt

High up on the back of the neckline of the shirt sits a small lion, an instantly recognisable symbol borrowed from the club crest, while Inside the jersey, the words 'Blue is the Colour' - the opneing line from the Chelsea anthem - can be found.

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As well as the men's team, both the Chelsea Academy and Ladies teams will wear the new kit throughout the 2018/19 season.

Image: The Chelsea Academy and Ladies teams will wear the new kit throughout the 2018/19 season.

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