Kiss the Badge

After a sensational victory over Mexico, we're asking the question every England fan is thinking...Is THIS finally England's year? In this episode, we relive a night that will live long in the memory, breaking down one of the biggest wins in England's recent history, the key performances, the turning points, and why this result could be the moment Thomas Tuchel's side truly announc...

England are through to the World Cup Round of 16 after beating DR Congo, but is their toughest test still to come? In this episode, I break down why Mexico could be England's downfall and why this knockout tie is about far more than just the football. From the intimidating atmosphere at the Azteca Stadium, the altitude, the weather, and Mexico's outstanding home record, to England's de...

England have underwhelmed in their second week at the World Cup, but does everyone need to take a deep breath? This week, I look at England's performance, why there are genuine areas for concern, and why some of the reaction has been completely over the top. Elsewhere, the tournament's biggest names are finally taking centre stage. From Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo and the rest of football's...

The World Cup is up and running, and after the first week there's already plenty to talk about. We discuss the remarkable story of Cape Verde's goalkeeper and the performance that had everyone talking, weigh up the perennial BBC versus ITV debate as viewers pick their preferred World Cup home, and assess England's convincing opening victory and what it might tell us about their chances in the tour...

The World Cup is finally here! In the 1st special World Cup 2026 edition of Kiss the Badge, I share my excitement ahead of football's biggest tournament and discuss some of the major talking points and controversies surrounding the competition. I also reveal my plans for Kiss the Badge throughout the World Cup, including what listeners can expect from the podcast over the coming weeks. And, becaus...

In this episode, I take you along on my trip to the iconic Classic Football Shirts store, where I set myself a simple challenge: spend £500 and see what kind of gems I can come away with. Across the visit, I pick up five shirts in total — a mix of modern kits, older retro designs, and a couple of proper grail pieces that I couldn’t leave behind. I go through each purchase in detail, breaking down...

In this episode, I’m building my ultimate 90s World Cup XI, picking the best players from the iconic tournaments of Italia '90, USA '94 and France '98. From legendary forwards like Ronaldo and Roberto Baggio, to midfield maestros like Zinedine Zidane and rock-solid defenders such as Paolo Maldini, this is a deep dive into 90s football nostalgia. I break down every position, explain my selection cr...

In this episode I dive into a Premiership Years rewatch of the unforgettable 1996–97 Premier League season , revisiting one of the most iconic campaigns of the 90s. Using the classic archive episode of The Premiership Years , I go back through the biggest stories, players, and moments that defined the season and ask a simple question: was this the peak of the Premier League? The season saw Manches...

In this episode we dive deep into one of the most nostalgic topics in football culture: the iconic football shirts of the 1998 World Cup in France . Was France 98 the World Cup with the greatest football kits of all time? From classic Adidas templates to unforgettable national team designs, we revisit the best France 98 World Cup shirts , the standout international football kits , and the design t...

Get ready to relive the beautiful game from Italia ’90 to South Africa 2010 as we dive into the nostalgia of World Cup theme music , comparing the iconic opening tunes and broadcast stings from BBC versus ITV . From operatic Nessun Dorma that soundtracked classic England shirts and unforgettable matches, to the sounds that became as memorable as the goals themselves, we’re ranking the best and wor...

In this episode of Kiss the Badge , the focus is fully on football shirt collecting . From retro football shirts and vintage football kits of the 1990s and 2000s to the modern football shirt market, this episode explores why collecting football shirts has become such a powerful obsession. I break down why I collect football shirts, whether football shirts are meant to be worn or preserved, and how...

Before social media, before highlights on demand, before football became constant noise, there was school football in the 90s — and it was everything. In this episode, I look back at growing up with football at school in the 1990s: playing every break time and lunchtime, representing my school team, and the unforgettable feeling of scoring a goal in a school match. We talk about playground classic...

Kiss the Badge is back after the festive break and Ash is covering some serious ground to kick off the new series. There’s a clear look at what the podcast is going to be about moving forward and, just as importantly, what it isn’t. If you’re here for football nostalgia, football history, classic football shirts, iconic kits, and football shirt throwbacks, you’re in the right place. There’s also a...

In this episode of Kiss the Badge , we dive into two of football’s most iconic shirts — and the unforgettable stories stitched into them. From Leicester City’s 5000–1 Premier League miracle in the 2015/16 season , when the Foxes shocked the world under Claudio Ranieri , to David Beckham’s England redemption arc in 2001 — the 5–1 win over Germany , that last-minute free kick against Greece , and th...

Two iconic football stories. One unforgettable conversation. In this episode, we dive deep into the legendary Arsenal 2003–04 Invincibles season, when the Gunners went unbeaten in the Premier League under Arsène Wenger, led by Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira, and an era-defining squad. We explore the history, tactics, culture, and the impact of that gold Premier League trophy moment that changed Eng...

In this episode, we dive into two iconic football shirts from very different eras: the Brazil 2002 home shirt and the Napoli 2024–25 home shirt. First up, we revisit the legendary Nike Brazil 2002 jersey, worn by the unforgettable “Three R’s” — Ronaldo, Rivaldo, and Ronaldinho — as they lit up the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea. From the bold yellow design and simple round collar to the f...

In this episode of Kiss the Badge , we start with a shirt that instantly became a modern football icon: the Manchester United 2021–22 away shirt , worn by Cristiano Ronaldo during his unforgettable return to Old Trafford. Part of our Future Classics series, we break down why this Adidas design—with its nostalgic 90s-inspired “snowflake” pattern—captured the hearts of United fans around the world....

Dive into the West Germany 1990 World Cup home shirt, the iconic football kit that symbolized national unity and lifted the trophy, and explore Juventus’ 2015–16 pink “Drake” away shirt, a bold, divisive design that changed football kit culture forever. Packed with football nostalgia, classic jerseys, kit rankings, and badge-kissing debates, this episode is a must for every football shirt and foot...

Kiss the Badge is back after a short break — I’ll explain why I was off-air last week and what’s coming next, and what we won't be doing any more of moving forward! Then for this week's Future Classic - the Real Madrid 2024–25 third shirt. Part of the Adidas Originals range, it blends retro Trefoil nostalgia with modern performance, and was worn in THAT unforgettable Declan Rice game - you know th...

We’re ranking every Premier League home shirt from this season, worst to best. From bold experiments to instant classics, we’ll talk colours, patterns, and the little details that make or break a kit. Also, we chat about the ever-present betting sponsors, plus a detour into my personal love for 90s designs — especially those gloriously collars and nods to heritage. Get involved via socials and con...

In this episode, we dive into one of the most iconic football shirts of all time: the France 1998 home kit . From its bold chest stripe and tricolour collar to the cultural weight it carried during a transformative summer, we explore how this shirt became a symbol of unity, identity, and triumph. Zidane’s headers, Thuram’s tears, Barthez’s bald brilliance — it all happened in blue. Then we fast-fo...

In this episode of Kiss The Badge , we dive into the sun-drenched nostalgia of USA ’94 to celebrate one of the most iconic football shirts of all time: Brazil’s 1994 home kit. From Baggio’s heartbreak to Diana Ross’s missed... everything, it’s a tale of penalties, popstars, and pure 90s perfection. We also take a detour to Venice to admire the cult classic that is Venezia’s 2021–22 shirt — gold tr...

In this episode, we dive into the bold brilliance of the Netherlands’ 1988 shirt—an iconic blend of style, swagger, and silverware. From its geometric genius to its place in football folklore, this kit changed the game for fans and shirt collectors alike. Plus, this week's modern classic features a look-back at one of the best games of football ever played (aren't finals supposed to be cagey?) con...

And it's live! This is a brand new podcast for football romantics, shirt collectors and anyone who remembers the sponsor just as clearly as the scoreline. Each week we'll be pulling one vintage football shirt off of the hanger (or out of the laundry basket) and delving deep into its fabric, its folklore and its feeling. From bold designs and brilliant goals to collars, crests and cult heroes,...