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89 Years Young: Umbro celebrates a big birthday by Aaron › 23 May 2013

23rd May 1924 - the day that Umbro was born. Today we celebrate our 89th birthday!

The Home Room: Umbro's new podcast exploring the world of football by Aaron › 12 Apr 2013

The first edition of The Home Room - a new podcast bringing a range of personalities and professionals from inside the game offering anecdotes, intelligence and insight from the world of football.

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Adventures In Argentina: Umbro scouts head to South America by Aaron › 3 Apr 2013

An insight into the world of football scouting as Umbro travels to the U17 South American Championships to check on the continent's emerging talent.

Think you can impress us with your street art? by Aaron › 5 Oct 2012

Do you think you’ve got what it takes to be the latest star in street art? Today Umbro are launching a special collaboration with Foot Locker and Secret Walls, to unearth some of the finest fresh talent across Europe.

Umbro Classic Football Shirts: time for the 1990s by Aaron › 31 Aug 2012

For many of us, the 1990s might not seem that far away – it’s scary to think that plenty of footballers playing today were only born in this decade! As we continue our look back through the extensive Umbro football shirt archive, we’ve reached the 1990s...

Grand Stade Lille Metropole: My new home away from home by Andrew Gibney › 29 Aug 2012

This week our guest blogger Andrew Gibney, founder and editor of French Football Weekly and massive Lille fan, tells us about his trip to Lille’s first home match against Nancy at their brand new stadium, Grand Stade Lille Metropole.

City smart as they head overseas: Manchester City 2012 European Away Shirt by Aaron › 23 Aug 2012

Set to be worn in all the club’s European away games and some select Premier League fixtures, the stylish black and carbon shirt is sure to be a favourite with City’s fans in Manchester and around the world.

Umbro Classic Football Shirts: the awesome 1980s by Aaron › 20 Aug 2012

It’s all about the 1980s this week, as our trawl through the Umbro shirt archive reaches the decade of Liverpool’s dominance on the pitch, and a ban for English clubs in Europe.

Sun-kissed and set for success: the new Peru 2012 home shirt by Aaron › 20 Aug 2012

Peru have unveiled their new home shirt, tailored by Umbro. The South American giants have once again looked to the history of their nation and their heritage on the football pitch for inspiration, combining to create a modern shirt that will inspired both players and fans.

Umbro Classic Football Shirts: some of our finest 1970s specials by Aaron › 13 Aug 2012

We’re continuing our dive through the Umbro football shirt archive today with a look at one of the most exciting eras in football design – the 1970s

Neo Pro DPS: our new gloves ready for the new season by Aaron › 10 Aug 2012

With Manchester City kicking off in the Community Shield on Sunday, the 2012/13 season will be underway, with Joe Hart sure to be playing a big part in between the sticks.