It’s important to clarify that there’s no romanticism or tacit agreement behind Chelsea’s white sock rule. This isn’t an unwritten tradition that clubs willingly accept—it’s strictly a matter of broadcasting regulations.
Football competitions, from domestic leagues to UEFA tournaments, prohibit teams from wearing the same color in any part of their outfield players’ kits. This ensures that audiences watching from home can clearly differentiate between teams. As a result, kit suppliers have adapted by designing second and third kits in monochrome styles to comply with these regulations, while home kits retain the flexibility of mixing white or black shorts and socks when necessary.
Chelsea are among the most notable enforcers of this rule, frequently requiring opponents to modify their kits. However, similar situations have occurred with other clubs, such as Valencia and PSV Eindhoven, who both wear white socks paired with black shorts.
Ultimately, this obligation isn’t up for debate. It’s a broadcasting-driven rule that reflects the modern game’s prioritization of clarity for viewers over tradition.
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