The Pharaoh

Overview

A black football jersey with gold raglan sleeves and tonal hieroglyphic detailing running the length of the body. Features the Eagle of Saladin crest on the chest and gold vertical stripe lines framing the center. One of the oldest footballing nations in Africa, rendered in the visual language of one of the oldest civilizations on earth.

Features

Black Performance Shell with Gold Raglan Sleeves
Lightweight, micro-perforated fabric in a two-tone black and gold colorway.

Tonal Hieroglyphic Body Print
Ancient Egyptian script printed across both sides of the jersey in tonal black, visible in the light.

Gold Vertical Chest Stripes
Twin gold lines running from collar to hem, framing the center of the jersey.

Eagle of Saladin Chest Crest Embroidered
Egyptian national crest in gold on the right chest.

Gold Collar and Cuff Trim
Clean gold ribbing on the collar and sleeve cuffs.

The Feel

Relaxed fit, runs slightly long.

Care

Machine wash cold, inside out. No bleach. Tumble dry low or hang dry. Do not iron over embroidered areas.

Why It's Special

Egypt is the most decorated national team in African football history, with seven Africa Cup of Nations titles. The Eagle of Saladin on the crest dates back to pan-Arab symbolism of the 1950s and 60s, named after Saladin, the 12th century sultan who united much of the Islamic world. The hieroglyphic print running down the body isn't decorative shorthand — it's a deliberate reference to a civilization that was documenting its history in writing while most of the world hadn't started yet.