Following the iconic Bruised Banana-like predecessor that so nearly featured in an FA Cup Final, this Portsmouth Home shirt from Asics benefits from not being a great departure.
The Japanese brand had several clients in and around the top of English football in the 1990s and this release, with its diamond-based sublimated pattern, has a familiar look and one that is remembered fondly.
The more intricate crest that features here will be preferred by some, while the white contrast of the collar, cuffs and “Goodmans” sponsor logo works, as does the sparing use of red.