Nike shouldn't mess with England flag, UK PM says after new soccer kit design
Publishing timestamp: 2024-03-22 12:24:52
Summary
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak criticized Nike for altering the design of the St. George's Cross on England soccer team's new shirt. The controversy sparked on social media and even reached the political sphere, with opposition leader Keir Starmer also calling for the flag to be changed back. Nike defended the design as a "playful update" and stated it was not their intention to offend. The debate over the kits comes amidst a backdrop of social media backlash against consumer firms in recent years.
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