Rating the Top 3 EPL Away Jerseys 2024/25 Season

The Premier League isn't just about the home games; the away kits often showcase a different side of a club's identity, with bold colours and unique designs. This season, a few kits truly stood out from the crowd:

1. AFC Bournemouth

I'm a big fan of Umbro as a brand so Bournemouth's away jersey this season is a big hit for me and a striking departure from any previous designs. On a hot streak of Away jerseys that started in 2022 the white base is adorned with a print likely derived via some abstraction of the Umbro logo, which seems to echo through the series of v's or ticks that appear repetitively within the pattern. White shorts and socks with colour-themed bands finish this kit as a simple but strikingly assemblage with an almost edgy, modern design.

2. Newcastle United FC:

I have a soft spot for Newcastle because I think they're a really hard-working and dynamic football team right now, and also because I really rate their captain Bruno Guimarães and foward Alexander Isak are two of the best players in the EPL, if not the world right now. But anyway, back to the kit, Newcastle's Retro Away kit this season has been well received by fans and nuetrals that recognize it from the Keegan era, where icons like David Ginola and Allan Shearer pulled on the Toon Army livery. A stylish and sophisticated affair that incorporates a dark navy blue and burgundy red - and like a fine burgundy, Adidas have given us a taste of a vintage classic, referencing the clubs first use of this now iconic colour combination during the 1995-1996 season. Matching, plain blue shorts and contrast colour socks complete this stylish kit and places it amongst one of their best.

As the NUFC site so eloquently states regarding the approach to this design:

Relive the glory of Newcastle United's iconic 95/96 season with the Newcastle United adidas 24/25 Authentic Away Shirt. The shirt worn by our players is more than just a nod to the past; it's a symbol of our relentless pursuit of greatness. Echoing the navy and burgundy colours that nearly secured us the title, this shirt embodies the renowned spirit and passion of Tyneside. https://shop.newcastleunited.com/products/newcastle-united-mens-24-25-away-authentic-shirt#:~:text=Relive%20the%20glory,passion%20of%20Tyneside.

3. Tottenham Hotspur FC

Spurs Away kit this season is the best of a plethora of sky-blue kits and claims the bronze medal position for this simple yet stylish kit. The muted sky blue hues are a refreshing change from the more common away kit colours and designs, and the intricate fabric pattern adds a touch of personality. The kit is both eye-catching and memorable, making it a standout choice. The lad below is 23 year old dutchman Micky van de Ven, who for me is the difference between Spurs success and failure this season, he's a really versatile player who's expectionally strong and quick for his size. He adds some aggression to their back line and his dynamic burst from defense can often result in blistering counter attacking opportnunities. A real talent and a player I'd like to see at LFC to replace Virgil whenever he decides it's time to leave.

Faster than your average dutchman. Micky van de Ven.

Footnote:

When I think of Spurs I always think of my old friend Tom Smithies  (or Tommy Cockles to his friends). Our Tommy had a bright passion for the sport, the club, life...and he's left that spark in his family. We lost Tommy in 2020 and strangely, it's brought me a little closer to one of his favourite hobbies, following Spurs. Since we got the Fubo subscription, I try to watch as many Spurs games as I can as his proxy here on this tragically weird yet spectacularly wonderful, third planet from the sun, called 'Earth'.

This was a tough category with slim picking in this season's Away kit options, so there are no honourable mentions here, so step up designers!

This is just one perspective, of course! The beauty of football kits lies in their subjectivity. What are your thoughts? Do you agree with this ranking? Share your favorite Premier League home jerseys in the comments below!

Disclaimer: This blog post is based on subjective opinion and may not reflect the views of all fans.