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Watford Football Club's new home kit for the 2025-26 season has stirred controversy among fans, primarily due to the bold blue sponsor logo of MrQ Casino. The kit, which is available for purchase on the club's website, has been met with criticism and mockery on social media, with some fans calling it "one of the worst ever."
The new kit departs from the traditional black stripes that featured in recent seasons, opting for a yellow base adorned with red vertical stripes that fade towards the top. However, it's the front-of-shirt sponsor logo of Mr Q Casino, a bright blue betting site logo, that has received the most criticism. Fans have ridiculed the kit's design, stating that the blue clashes heavily with the yellow and red striped design, creating a visually jarring effect.
Despite the fan disapproval, the club has chosen not to show the kit their players will wear on the pitch next season in marketing material. Instead, the kit has been shown off in an unbranded state. Interestingly, MrQ and Watford first partnered together in 2023.
The MrQ logo was previously black and white, complementing Watford's bright yellow colors. However, the new blue branding has been heavily criticized on social media. One fan stated, "We're supposed to be Hornets... yellow and black." Another fan said, "That blue MrQ branding is also next-level bad."
Despite the backlash, Watford's new home kit is crafted from recycled polyester, reflecting the club's commitment to sustainability. The price for the branded men's and women's shirts is £60, the same as the unbranded version.
The club made sure to inform fans that they did everything in their power to not have the garish blue color on the kit. However, as of now, there is no clear official response from Watford FC regarding the kit controversy or the sponsor logo.
For the sixth consecutive year, the new kit is manufactured by Kelme. Last season, Watford finished 14th in the Championship table. Despite the current controversy, fans eagerly await the team's return to the pitch with their new kit.
[1] This information is based on publicly available data and may not represent the club's official stance or response to the situation.
The bold blue sponsor logo of MrQ Casino, a betting site, has been the center of controversy for Watford Football Club's new home kit, with fans labeling it as one of the worst designs ever due to its jarring contrast with the yellow and red striped design. Interestingly, the MrQ logo, originally black and white, has been heavily criticized in its new blue branding, with fans expressing dissatisfaction over the departure from the traditional club colors.
