Wests Tigers have apologised and promised to immediately redesign their Anzac Round jersey that mistakenly depicted US instead of Australian or New Zealand troops on the front.
The jersey, which was to be worn during the Tigers’ round eight match against Manly later this month, was to retail at $160. The club trumpeted its design was “paying tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the Australian Defence Force and their loyal service animals”.But the detail on the front of the jumper was met with backlash after the glaring error became apparent.
On Wednesday, the Tigers issued a statement to apologise for the oversight and announce a new shirt would be designed immediately. “Wests Tigers deeply regret any offence the use of this stock image may have caused and remain completely committed to honouring and respecting all those servicemen and women who have, and who continue, to serve.”
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