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Yahoo
07-06-2025
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🚨 Official: Roma unveil new crest, historic symbol returns 🟡🔴
Roma returns to the old crest: these words emerge from the end-of-season statement released today by the club's ownership, Dan and Ryan Friedkin. The controversy over Roma's crest has been ongoing: since May 2013, when the Pallotta ownership decided to modify the logo by removing the ASR trigram and replacing it with the word ROMA 1927, fans have repeatedly asked for a return to the old crest. The Friedkins have moved to "put order" in the club's history, recovering old crests and using the colors of the teams that merged in 1927 to create AS Roma, namely Fortitudo, Alba, and Roman. Advertisement This is why next year's third Roma jersey will be white and green, like Alba's, with the ASR trigram on the chest. Now the Friedkins have also announced the return of the old crest, with the shield featuring the she-wolf and the ASR trigram: "We are proud to announce the progressive reappropriation of the historic ASR crest, a symbol that embodies the soul of this Club. This decision, made with deep respect for our tradition and in response to the deepest desires of our fans, is a tribute to Roma's identity. It reflects our belief that a club's symbols matter, and that honoring our roots is essential to building our future." This decision is part of a rebranding effort that will culminate in the celebration of the team's centenary in 1927. Advertisement This is why the Friedkins have decided to establish order regarding the club's founding date: historically, both June 7, 1927, the date when the merger agreement was signed in the office of Fortitudo president Italo Foschi, and July 22, 1927, when the first meeting of the new club was held and the managerial roles were assigned, are celebrated. The Friedkins explained the decision to celebrate the latter as the club's founding date: "We are also excited to celebrate the new season with you all on July 22, a date deeply rooted in the hearts of generations of Roma fans. As we approach the Centenary, we want to reaffirm our commitment to honoring the history, traditions, and identity of Roma. The respect we owe to our founding fathers is equal to the respect we owe to the sentiment of our fans. Therefore, fully aware of the historical value and significance of June 7, 1927, as the founding of AS Roma, we have decided that July 22 will be our special day of celebration: an annual milestone and an anniversary for fans and the Club, united under the sign of pride and affection for the extraordinary historical heritage of AS Roma." The message then touches on the current state of the club, thanking Claudio Ranieri and confirming his role as senior advisor, presenting the new coach Gian Piero Gasperini, described as "A coach with great experience, personality, and vision", highlighting his "football philosophy, deep work culture, and ability to enhance talent". Advertisement Finally, the project for the new stadium in Pietralata is also mentioned: "A new majestic Colosseum, which we promise to build". This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here. 📸 FILIPPO MONTEFORTE - 2007 AFP
BBC News
06-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Milton Keynes Dons' new crest a 'nod to iconic roundabouts'
MK Dons' new crest a 'nod to iconic roundabouts' 7 minutes ago Share Save Alex Pope BBC News, Buckinghamshire Share Save MK Dons The new MK Dons crest is to the left and the former one to the right A new crest for MK Dons has been created with a nod to the city's "iconic roundabouts". The League Two football club said the circular design in white, black, gold and red brought together its "heritage, ambition and modernity". The club was taken over by a Kuwait-based consortium in August. One supporter said "we might have opened up for some flack with the roundabout link", while others commented on the continued use of "Dons" in the design. MK Dons Chairman Fahad Al Ghanim said the new-look crest marked a "new era" The club's chairman, Fahad Al Ghanim, said: "The evolution of our club crest marks a new era for Milton Keynes Dons. "After a transitional season, we can now look forward with renewed optimism as we invest in all aspects of the club and look to build the foundations for sustainable success in Milton Keynes." MK Dons finished 19th in League Two this season. Club chief executive Neil Hart said it was the "right time" to change the crest, adding it was "an evolution". "Supporters will start to see that brand and crest appear physically around the stadium and digitally across all of our platforms over the course of the summer." MK Dons The new club crest will be used across all the club's teams The club said it consulted on the design with MK Dons Supporters' Board and season ticket holders. The crest brought together "our heritage, ambition and modernity in a way that's built to stand the test of time", it added. "But it also nods to something closer to home - Milton Keynes' iconic roundabouts. "It's a subtle tribute to the city's unique identity, woven seamlessly into the heart of our new look." 'Surely we're more than roundabouts' Club supporter, Ryan Ray, told the BBC: "I understand the new owners wanting a new regime and wanted some input. "It's good there's a nod to our past - the Dons remains." However, he added: "We might have opened up some flack with the roundabout link." A fan on the club's Facebook page, said: "Surely we're more than roundabouts as a city." Designed in a grid system, Milton Keynes is well known for its roundabouts, boasting about 130 of them. Meanwhile, another supporter on social media said he was "glad the club kept the Dons in the name", but another disagreed and said the only "way you'll ever be taken seriously is dropping the Don". Controversy surrounding the name began after Wimbledon FC - nicknamed "the Dons" - relocated to Milton Keynes in 2003. The move sparked the formation of separate club AFC Wimbledon, which reached the League Two play-offs this season. Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
