The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur News and Links for Thursday, August 20

Good morning, readers and welcome to part two of our Premier League kits series. Yesterday, we examined the best and worst home kits, and today we're delving into the away kits. Brace yourselves for the excitement as we approach the start of the new season!

The AFC Bournemouth 2026/27 away kit is available now, and it's a terrible choice. Their purple shirt doesn't do the color justice – Spurple is a far superior look. Bournemouth are currently on a 0-2 run this season.

Contrast that with Sunderland, who are 2-0 for their kits this year. Pink is an unconventional but effective choice for them. The black accents on the shoulders could be trimmed down for a better look, but the pink club crest is a nice touch. The design would work better in white with black and orange piping on the sleeves and collar.

Hull City's 2026-27 away kit is a strange minimalist design. The orange and black on the shoulders don't quite work together. A white base with black and orange piping on the collar and sleeves would elevate the kit from decent to great.

Liverpool's heritage is on full display in their 26/27 away jersey. The Liverbird shield is a classic addition, and the retro v-neck adds a nice touch. It's simple, clean, and efficient. A fun fact is that former Liverpool manager Bill Shankly often wore v-necks during matches, a trend that has continued into the modern era. This kit is sure to please fans and players alike.

Ipswich Town's 26/27 away kit by Umbro has just been revealed. While it may look good on professional athletes with a body fat composition between 4-6%, it's not ideal for the average fan. The horizontal stripes are not a fan favorite, and the off-white color doesn't work for me. Perhaps a different shade would improve the overall look.

Leeds United's away kit for the 2026/27 season features their classic club logo. The subtle Yorkshire rose design complements the crest beautifully, and the color combination is expertly executed. It's a solid choice that pays homage to the team's rich history.

Fulham's new away kit is a mix of love and hate. The club crest and collar are commendable, but the checkerboard pattern is a design nightmare. It's difficult to determine whether this kit is truly a success or failure. Fitzie's track of the day, "Fool in the Rain" by Led Zeppelin, sets the tone for this section.

Finally, here are some links for your reading pleasure:

- Jay Harris ($$$): "Tottenham Hotspur 2026-27 preview: With money spent and the squad rebuilt, how high can they finish?"

- BBC ($$$): "Algorithms amplified World Cup racism, says report"

- I News ($$$): "Leicester City have to start listening to fans"

- The Guardian ($$$): "Fifth Fifa vice-president turns against Infantino, saying he has 'lost confidence' in him"

- The Telegraph ($$$): "Premier League new kits 2026-27: Every home and away shirt ranked"