The issue was picked up during England’s recent friendly matches (Picture: Getty)Nike have admitted they are aware of a glaring problem with their World Cup kits including the England strip to be worn by players and supporters this summer. The sportswear giant rolled out their latest kits for nations across the globe earlier this year with many of those nations wearing the kits for the first time during the recent international break. Junior ‘match’ shirts cost £119:99 on the official England online store. But as players got a first feel of the new shirts in recent friendly games, fans couldn’t help but notice a bizarre bulge along the seam of the shoulder. It was also spotted on the shirts of Uruguay players during their game against England at Wembley.

Source: Metro April 10, 2026 16:13 UTC