England fans heading to the World Cup in the US may be in for a costly surprise - the official team shirt is set to retail for a staggering £95, a significant increase from previous years. The price hike is part of a broader trend affecting fans of teams sponsored by Nike, with replica shirts also experiencing a sharp price increase. While the official match versions are already eye-watering at up to €160, fans of other teams may also be forced to dig deep for their stadium versions, with prices expected to be similarly inflated. As the tournament gets underway, fans may be wondering if the cost of showing their team spirit is becoming too much to bear.
England supporters face paying inflation-busting £95 for an adult shirt as the tournament begins in the USFans of World Cup teams kitted out by Nike face the highest costs if they want to buy a replica shirt before the tournament kicks off this week amid a “striking” overall increase in prices.Alongside the official match versions, which are retailing for as much as €160, manufacturers typically make “stadium”, or replica, versions aimed at supporters. Continue reading...
