Victor Moses was among four senior Chelsea players who unveiled the club’s new kit for next season on Friday.
Cesar Azpilicueta, Eden Hazard and Willian were the other three joined by Fran Kirby from the women’s team and academy star Reece James.
The stage is lit.
Introducing our 2018/19 @nikefootball home kit!
Get yours 👉 https://t.co/hpsm2GiYxh pic.twitter.com/3YyjBMabcm
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 11, 2018
The new jersey, an inspiration from the famous and much-loved jerseys of the 1980s and 90s, will be used for the first time against Newcastle on Sunday.
Flashes of a colour feature on the shirt, with “dazzling horizontal red and white lines vibrantly standing out against the famous Chelsea blue”.
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.
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 opening line from the Chelsea anthem – can be found.
As well as the men’s team, both the Chelsea Academy and Ladies teams will wear the new kit throughout the 2018/19 season.
Besides Sunday’s game, Moses will don the jersey in the FA Cup final against Manchester United.
The Nigerian has featured 33 times across all competitions, scoring thrice.
