England Rugby and Umbro have announced a new four-year partnership.
The English sports brand will be the Official Technical Kit Partner from 1 September 2020, when the iconic double-diamond of Umbro will be worn by the England Men’s teams, Red Roses, Sevens and age grade teams.
From 1 September 2020 @umbro will become our Official Technical Kit Partner after signing a new four-year partnership.
— England Rugby (at 🏠) (@EnglandRugby) May 5, 2020
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Umbro will provide the team’s match kit, training wear and off-field kit as well as offering fans a full range of supporter wear including men’s, women’s and children’s ranges from 1 September 2020. Umbro join England Rugby next season with nearly a 100 years of experience in the development of performance products that have been tried and tested at elite level, across sports.
Renowned for its pedigree supporting professional teams, Umbro has a heritage in rugby union; having previously supported each of the home nations, multiple clubs and the only British & Irish Lions team to win a series in New Zealand, in 1971.
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The brand’s extensive experience across sports and its pioneering approach to developing kit and rigorous testing has ensured Umbro is ready for rugby.
Umbro managing director Anthony Little said: “The partnership between Umbro and England Rugby from September is a seminal chapter in our history. The first time the England rugby team runs out onto the pitch, wearing the double-diamond logo, will be a proud moment for us, as an English brand.”
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1. Sevens – 2013
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