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Aston Villa unveil new 150th anniversary commemorative kit and crest to be worn for fixture

Aston Villa have unveiled a new 150th anniversary commemorative kit and crest, which is to be worn for the West Ham fixture.

Inspired by the shirts first worn by the club, they became the first in the UK to put a crest on their playing shirt doing so in 1878.

Villa have issued a statement explaining how they plan to celebrate, later this week, while fans can also get their hands on the new commemorative merch, and tickets for the FA Cup game…

CLUB STATEMENT:

Aston Villa is delighted to announce it will honour the club’s 150th anniversary with the launch of a special commemorative kit.

With Unai Emery’s side hosting West Ham United in the third round of this season’s Emirates FA Cup on Friday evening, the club will continue its season-long celebration almost 150 years to the day since our first-ever recorded match.

To mark the occasion, the players will wear a black kit, modelled on the first kits worn by the club before the transition to our famous claret and blue colours.

In 1878, Aston Villa became the first team in the UK to put a crest on their playing kit, adopting the Scottish lion rampant.

The motifs were sourced from Scotland by William McGregor himself and in honour of our Club’s pioneering spirit, a crest inspired by the one that featured on those kits has been authentically redrawn from the earliest sources we have.

While paying homage to our beloved club’s history, the shirts will also feature adidas’ Aeroready technology as well as the famous three stripes in all black.

Principal partners Betano and Trade Nation have both kindly donated their branding space back to the club for the fixture, allowing us to create this historic look.

Chris Heck, President of Business Operations, said: “This unique anniversary kit was designed by adidas with the inspiration to deliver authenticity which is coming from the great, William McGregor.

“We are so grateful to have partners that go above and beyond our partnership for the good of the fans, thank you adidas and thank you Betano and Trade Nation.”

The shirts will go on sale at 9am on Thursday, January 9 at our Villa Park store, online at shop.avfc.co.uk and via JD.

The anniversary shirt will also be launched with an accompanying culture wear range.

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Aston Villa is excited to announce our FA Cup third-round tie against West Ham United will be the club’s dedicated 150th anniversary match.

As we continue the season-long celebration of our beloved club, we’re excited to honour this significant moment in history with our fans, players and custodians of Aston Villa – a night to remember when and where it all began, almost 150 years to the day, with the club’s first ever recorded match taking place in January 1875.

Unai Emery’s side host the Hammers at Villa Park on January 10 (ko 8pm) for what promises to be a special occasion for every Villan, with a Friday night game under the lights at our famous home adding to the spectacle.

Fans from near and far won’t want to miss this – a once-in-a-lifetime celebration at Villa Park.

The excitement begins with a pre-match experience like no other, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening. Alongside the action on the pitch, supporters can enjoy exclusive promotions on food, drink, and retail, making this a truly unmissable occasion. Be there, be part of history, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

The AV150 Honorary Board, which is comprised of former players, managers, community, fan and club representatives, have played a key role in planning the anniversary match.

Lord King of Lothbury, Mervyn King, Guy Rippon, Marisa Ewers, Rob Bishop, Ian Taylor, Brian Little, Dennis Mortimer, Katharine Merry, Thomas Hitzlsperger, Guri Nandra, Aaron Jones, Pam Bridgewater and David Bridgewater make up the Board and have provided valuable input throughout the club’s 150th anniversary season.

Chris Heck, President of Business Operations, said: “Everyone at Aston Villa would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the 150th Anniversary Board for their incredible work this season.

“This milestone match will be a proud and memorable occasion for everyone connected to the club. Under the lights of Villa Park, we look forward to sharing what promises to be a truly special evening in the FA Cup with our supporters and the entire Villa family.”

Ticket Prices
ADULT – £25
OVER 66 / UNDER 21 / ARMED FORCES – £20
UNDER 18 – £10

Here’s how fans reacted as Aston Villa unveil a new 150th anniversary commemorative kit and crest to be worn for the West Ham fixture…

@niall_quinn_: Ah ffs @AVFCOfficial I have a mortgage to save for and now a wedding to pay for…just shut up and take my money

@KurtAVFC: To say I need this is an understatement. Hopefully it doesn’t just sell out instantly.

@ConCarp98: Get that badge permanent

@TommmForddd: Chris Heck, Take my fucking money because that is fireeeee

@beanzy_avfc: What a fucking kit

@SkylarZor: Sexy shirt 😍 Bank is gonna hate me Thursday! UTV 💜💙 #AVFC #AV150

@avfc_stef: Love the concept of using the original rampant lion. Just can’t decide if I like the shirt or not 🤔 Something about the way the badge sits makes it feel a bit basic… think it might be the writing around the edge of the badge, maybe a solo lion would be better. I’ll give it some time… might grow on me #AVFC

@ReeceEmmo: Serious kit. PL needs to start allowing anniversary kits ffs!

@andrewstone85: Can we please use this badge on our third kits moving forward?

@georgeprokopa: Yes, this is it. Well done

@russkyd11: This looks fucking magnificent! #AVFC

@DecWale201: this should have been the badge we had when we decided to change it

@Richard_Meakin: Far better badge than what we have, time for another change @chrisheck76 🤣🫣

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