Kit and Caboodle: Football's Shirt Stories

Kits are cultural touchstones that reveal more about our club, ourselves, and the game's custodians than we often realize. Kit and Caboodle explores the stories our shirts tell us about our support and the society we accept or rebel against, including the rise and mutation of gambling, attitudes to the LGBTQ+ community, and why Messi's transfer to PSG Qatar can never be financed by shirt sales.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 05 September 2022
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

Kits, these cultural artifacts, hold a profound significance that often goes unnoticed. They serve as a window into our club's identity, our own selves, and the guardians of the beautiful game. The vibrant colors, intricate crests, unique designs, and varying prices reveal the essence of what makes the game and us tick. Kit and Caboodle delves into the stories woven into our shirts, shedding light on our unwavering support and the society we embrace or strive to challenge. The book alternates between captivating short tales of our shirts and in-depth explorations of themes such as ethics, philanthropy, and imprudent decision-making. We gain insights from MP Tracey Crouch, who shares her Fan Led Review and how shirts serve as a testament to the progress being made towards a more equitable football ecosystem. Shirts also depict the evolution of gambling, from traditional pools to the realm of NFTs and cryptocurrencies, the changing attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community, the unwavering commitment of clubs like St. Pauli to uphold their values, and the impossibility of financing Messi's transfer to PSG Qatar solely through shirt sales. Unlike any other garment we wear, our club shirts envelop us in the rich history of our team, offering a glimpse into the future. They connect us to a shared legacy and serve as a symbol of our unwavering devotion.

Weight: 806g
Dimension: 197 x 256 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801501514