Football History

Podcast: The History of the Football Shirt

Alex Ireland’s new book looks at the history of the football shirt. I was sent a copy by the publisher

My guest is Alex Ireland to discuss his book Pretty Poly: The History of the Football Shirt. We cover everything from the origins of football shirts, to the emergence of numbering, sponsors’ logos, new technologies and the retro appeal of football shirts.

I release a new podcast every two weeks, so be sure to subscribe on your preferred podcast platform. You can find Football Travel by Outside Write on AppleSpotifyPlayer.FM and Anchor. Look for it in Google Podcasts too. I’d really appreciate a rating or view if you like what I’m doing as it helps others discover the podcast. 


Chris

Recent Posts

Book Launch Talk: London, 17 March 2025

What are you doing on St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, 17 March? I am going to…

17 hours ago

Podcast: Argentina v England, Mexico ’86

Mural of the 'Hand of God' goal outside Argentinos Juniors' stadium, where Diego Maradona started…

7 days ago

Historic Stadiums: Gran Parque Central – The Oldest Football Stadium in the Americas

Gran Parque Central, Montevideo, home of Club Nacional de Football (Photo: Chris Lee/Outside Write) Walking…

2 weeks ago

Podcast: Argentinian Football Language and Culture

I welcome Christopher Hylland, author of Tears at La Bombonera, back onto the podcast to…

3 weeks ago

The ‘Rules Derby’: The Story of Football’s Oldest Rivalry

Rules Derby action in 2017 as Sheffield FC in red attack the Hallam (blue) goal…

4 weeks ago

Podcast: Argentine Football for Foreign Visitors with the Hand of Pod

Among 'La Doce' (the 12th man) faithful at Boca Juniors for the pre-kick-off 'recibimiento' (reception)…

1 month ago