Why are Brighton wearing a special kit in Premier League clash against Arsenal?

BRIGHTON are currently taking on Premier League champions Arsenal in a blockbuster match at the Amex – and they are wearing a special kit for the occasion. SunSport can explain the reason behind this change of strip that has left a lot of people torn. Brighton are wearing a special kit against Arsenal Credit: PA Why are Brighton wearing a special kit? Brighton & Hove Albion are debuting a special limited-edition Nike kit today in their Premier League match against Arsenal at the Amex Stadium The club is wearing the unique strip to celebrate 125 years since its formation on June 24, 1901 2 Sign up for the Arsenal newsletter Thank you! This specific fixture was chosen because it is the closest home game to the anniversary of Albion’s first-ever competitive match, which took place on September 21, 1901. That historic first match 125 years ago saw Brighton secure a 6-2 victory over Brighton Athletic in the preliminary qualifying round of the FA Cup The commemorative kit, designed by technical partner Nike, draws direct inspiration from the very first strip worn by the club during the 1901-02 season 6. It features a solid “Mountain Blue” base with a classic polo collar, a short button placket and self-fabric cuffs To maintain a clean, retro look that honours the pre-commercial era of football, all branding on the shirt is applied in a subtle tonal blue This means the Nike Swoosh, the American Express front sponsor logo and the club crest are rendered in the exact same shade of blue as the fabric. The circular club crest has been slightly modified for the milestone, featuring an elegant tonal ribbon with “125 YEARS” written underneath. Inside the collar, players and fans will find a graphic that reads “We are Brighton 1901-2026”. Most read in Football On the pitch, the players are wearing the blue shirt alongside off-white “Flat Opal” shorts and traditional black socks. Comment now