CHELSEA are taking a trip down memory lane.
It’s 50 years since the club won their first ever FA Cup in 1970 – and to commemorate the occasion, the club are releasing a limited edition shirt based on the winning strip.
THE Blues are set to wear the kit in their FA Cup third round clash against Nottingham Forest.
Chelsea won the 1970 competition following a replay – back then, when a final was drawn there was a replay rather than extra time and penalties.
As a result, the West London side wore a changed strip for the replay against Leeds.
Instead of the traditional white trim on blue, Chelsea instead wore yellow trim on their shirt and socks as well as a golden lion on the badge.
The look is being replicated in the throwback shirt, with the players number also embossed in yellow.
One of this year’s breakout stars Mason Mount said on the design: “It’s a classy, stylish and sophisticated shirt, a great way of remembering the iconic team of 1970 that paved the way for the successes of today.
“We know fans of all ages are going to love its simple design.”
You can purchase the strip on Chelsea’s online megastore and at the Stamford Bridge club shop.
THE limited edition strip is sure to be in high demand.
To commemorate the occasion, Chelsea have 14 products in the ‘FA Cup range’.
These vary from the strip itself to a framed photo of boss Ron Harris lifting the famous cup 50 years ago.
Prices are as follows:
*Prices correct at time of publication
