Controversy erupted after the US sportswear giant revealed it had altered the traditional England flag on the kit, introducing purple and blue stripes, sparking criticism by the prime minister and Labour leader.
The Football Association has defended the new England shirt despite a backlash after Nike changed the colour of the St George's Cross. Sky Sports News has been told the governing body has no intention of withdrawing the controversial kit. A row erupted after the US sportswear giant revealed it had altered the traditional red cross of the England flag and introduced purple and blue stripes.
'So you wouldn't expect Nike to go off and have a look at the Welsh flag and decide to change the dragon to a pussycat. 'I mean, you wouldn't expect the England flag to be changed like this. 'You wouldn't expect bits of purple in the French tricolour. I mean, why are they doing it? I don't understand.
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