Adidas Pulls Germany's '44' Jerseys Amid Nazi Symbol Concerns
April 1, 2024
Adidas and the German Football Federation ceased sales of Germany's number 44 jerseys over Nazi SS symbol resemblance concerns.
The ban on jersey customization followed historian Michael König's alert to the design's controversial aspect.
Collaboration between Adidas, DFB, and UEFA is underway to redesign the number 4 to avoid future controversy and ensure inclusivity.
The German away kit's pink color has divided opinions, stirring debate on diversity versus tradition in sports apparel.
Adidas has officially rejected any intentional association with Nazi symbols and has suspended jersey personalization.
Euro2024, featuring the Portuguese national team, is scheduled from June 14 to July 14.
The DFB plans to end its over 70-year partnership with Adidas in 2027, transitioning to Nike as its kit manufacturer.
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