Champions League

Unusual look! Man City jersey stirs up controversy

Erling Haaland (right) remained pale against Inter.(Bild: PA Wire)

It wasn't dream goals, bad fouls or controversial decisions, but the "Skyblues'" jersey that caused a lot of controversy in the Champions League match between Manchester City and Inter Milan. The star squad from England made their first appearance in the "Oasis jersey", but the unveiling backfired.

As a die-hard Manchester City fan, Oasis star Noel Gallagher was allowed to help design the jersey. The color is based on the hue of the cult band's debut album "Definitely Maybe", which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.

Manchester City's starting eleven against Inter Milan(Bild: AFP or licensors)

Bibs? Fan wonders
However, the majority of England fans were not exactly thrilled with the style of the jersey, with one even describing it as "the ugliest ever", reports the Daily Mail. The yellow base color was mixed with Manchester City's usual light blue jersey, and pink accents were added. "Manchester City's kit is awful, I really thought they were wearing bibs over their home kit for a second," ranted one user online.

Ex-professional enthusiastic
Micah Richards, former Citizens defender and now TV pundit, wore the jersey during CBS Sports' Champions League coverage. Apparently one of the few who were enthusiastic about the controversial design ...