Nike’s 52nd Birthday Sparks Mixed Reactions Among MLS Fans

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MLS fans react to Nike’s 52nd birthday and the first Timbers kit.

Men in Blazers on Instagram: "Nike marks its 52nd birthday Wednesday. Did you know the first team to wear a Nike kit were the NASL's Portland Timbers in 1979?"
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Summary

  • Fans reminisce about the history of Nike in soccer through the Portland Timbers kit.
  • Some appreciate the vintage look, while others criticize the size of the Nike logo.
  • Reactions vary from admiration to disdain for Nike’s influence on modern soccer kits.

Fan Reactions

Redditor ricker2005 admires the vintage Timbers kit and reminisces about the wild designs of the ’70s, including the Caribous’ leather-fringed jerseys.

Vintage Appeal

CosmoPDX shares a video on the origins of Nike’s soccer kits, highlighting the significance of the Timbers jersey in Classic Football Shirts’ collection.

Nostalgia vs. Modernity

Some fans, like volvo1, express strong sentiment by swearing off Nike products, showcasing a mix of love and disdain for the brand.