The Synthetics Switch

The Synthetics Switch

Update: 2025-10-08
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What are football shirts made from? James Harkin (Head Researcher and Writer of the TV show QI and co-host of podcast No Such Thing As A Fish) brings to life the story behind the material. Jack and Kimberley discover how the first synthetic football shirt looked more like something from a 70s disco than the pitch. They also get an exclusive peek at the legendary Cameroon onesie jersey that was so bold, FIFA banned it. Later, they play a heated game where Jack and Kimberley come dangerously close to falling out…

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18:46 – PA Images 

19:01 – Sportingimage Ltd


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