Bayern Munich To Play In Special Shirts Made From 100% Recycled ‘Ocean Garbage’ (Photos)

Chris Wright

4th, November 2016

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When Bayern Munich take to the field for this Saturday’s home game against Hoffenheim, they will do so wearing a very special version of their kit.

In conjunction with Adidas and marine conservation foundation Parley, the Bundesliga giants are set to play in a unique red strip made entirely from plastic ocean debris.

The eco-conscious shirts are constructed top-to-bottom from plastic detritus washed up on the coast of the Maldives, which was recycled into mesh fibres.

Speaking at the grand unveiling, Xabi Alonso told the official Bayern website:

I grew up on the beaches of Spain. Therefore, I am particularly pleased to be able to wear a jersey made 100 percent from recycled ocean waste,” said Xabi Alonso while presenting the kit.

This is a great opportunity to draw attention to the importance of protecting the world’s oceans.

Excellent stuff. How cool is that?