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The new shirts were simultaneously unveiled by Welsh internationals Jonathan Davies, Ross Moriarty, Siwan Lillicrap and Gwen Crabb against a backdrop of shirts from the Wales community match
It is expected to be worn for the first time by Wayne Pivac’s men during the October 24 clash against France in Paris, while the women will wear it during their Six Nations clash against Scotland on November 1
The bespoke house kit has a white V-neck with a green trim, with the same details repeated on the sleeve
There is also a set of unique features based on Welsh designs.The red dragon in the Welsh flag is embossed on the lower back of the shirt, while an embossed dragon scale-like design – made up of the shape of the WRU’s three-feather logo – covers the sleeves The final Welsh design is the Welsh word ‘anrhydedd’ – meaning ‘honor’ – stamped on the back of the collar
The shorts are white with red side stripes and a red drawstring with green tips – another nod to the national flag – while the socks are red with a white stripe interrupted by a thin green line
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The away kit for this occasion is a black jersey with a white V-neck, this time with a red border that can also be found on the sleeves and cuffs
The sleeves are again embossed with a pattern, but this time it’s a geometric graphic that « brings a new age look to the garment »
The Welsh dragon is engraved on the lower back again and another Welsh word, « Angerdd » which translates to « passion » is on the back of the collar
The shorts are white shorts with a black side stripe, black cords and red tips, with black socks with a white top stripe with a thin red line to complete the kit
« The new kit is a vivid representation of Welsh rugby tradition and we are delighted to be able to launch our new seven-year partnership with Macron in such a spectacular fashion, » said Steve Phillips, CEO of WRU
« Macron has a proven rugby pedigree, the first rugby kit they produced in the world was for Neath RFC in 2008 and now they not only supply clubs all over Wales including two of our regional teams, but also a quarter of the PRO14 teams
« With the addition of the Welsh international teams to their rugby team, they now supply half of the Six Nations teams and also have a strong foothold in the English Premiership
« We are delighted with the bespoke kit, training and leisure clothing that Macron has provided so far, where Italian design meets Welsh passion with impressive results
« And we are confident that the Welsh rugby-watching public will be equally impressed when they get their hands on their favorite pieces from the wide range of products available. »
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From a technical point of view, both shirts have a cut fitted to the body of an athlete, the main fabric being Armevo, a material that guarantees maximum comfort and durability on the court, while the inserts Bodytext ensure perfect breathability and freedom of movement
« The Welsh Rugby Union represents one of the cornerstones of world rugby and for Macron to stand alongside this sports giant, that means that as a brand we have taken another important step forward », Macron CEO said Gianluca Pavanello
“The unparalleled passion surrounding the Welsh National Team has been an ever-present stimulus that has driven our design team to create something unique, technically advanced and fashionable and they were only able to do it. working hand in hand with the WRU
« Our aim is that the new kits are immediately recognizable and clearly express the Welsh identity and spirit. We hope that our hard work has paid off and that the new collection will be loved by players and fans alike and that the kits evoke the emotion that such a great nation deserves »
New Wales jerseys are available exclusively from WRU online and at its flagship store in Cardiff
The replica jersey is priced at £ 70 and the authentic bespoke game jersey retails for £ 96
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World news – UK – The new Wales rugby shirt unveiled as first Pictures show new Macron shirts at home and away
SOURCE: https://www.w24news.com
