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Cambridge United FC unveils Syd Barrett-inspired special shirt

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A composite of two men modelling football shirts which have a diamond pattern on it. They are blue and orange and have a blue collar and sleeve trim with orange detailing. On the left, a man is standing in a field which has several trees and hedges. On the right, a man is sitting in front of a black, white and pink abstract background.

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Cambridge United FC reveals special-edition shirt inspired by Pink Floyd's Syd Barrett

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Cambridge United FC has launched a special-edition fourth shirt inspired by the life of Pink Floyd co-founder Syd Barrett, created in collaboration with the Barrett Estate and supported by Sony Music and Pink Floyd. The players will wear the kit during their home match against Blackpool on Saturday, which coincides with World Mental Health Day. Proceeds from replica sales and a match-worn shirt auction will support mental health initiatives.

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  • Cambridge United FC unveiled a special-edition fourth shirt inspired by Syd Barrett.
  • The kit features a diamond pattern referencing the Pink Floyd song 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond' and colours inspired by Barrett's solo album 'The Madcap Laughs'.
  • Players will wear the shirts during the home game against Blackpool on Saturday, coinciding with World Mental Health Day.
  • The project was produced in collaboration with the Barrett Estate, Umbro, and Kitlocker, with support from Sony Music and Pink Floyd.
  • A portion of replica sales and auction proceeds from the match-worn shirts will benefit mental health initiatives.
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