Nike has reversed its decision and will now produce replica jerseys for all nations participating in the FIFA Women’s World Cup, including England goalkeeper Mary Earps’ shirt, which sparked the controversy..
The sportswear giant initially faced criticism for only offering replica jerseys for men’s teams, a move that was seen as discriminatory against women’s football. The decision was met with backlash on social media, with many fans and players calling for Nike to change its policy..
In response to the pressure, Nike has now announced that it will produce replica jerseys for all 24 teams competing in the Women’s World Cup. The jerseys will be available for purchase online and in stores from Friday, July 12th..
The U-turn by Nike is a victory for women’s football and sends a strong message that the sport is deserving of equal treatment. It is hoped that this decision will encourage more girls and women to participate in football and help to grow the game around the world..
The FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off on Friday, July 7th, with the hosts France taking on South Korea in the opening match. The tournament will be played across nine cities in France, with the final taking place in Lyon on Sunday, July 7th..
**Nike’s Statement**.
In a statement, Nike said: .
