By David Kent Manchester City will play in all blue next season as they attempt to defend their Premier League title. City have released their new kit for the season which features shorts that are the same colour as the shirt - a departure from last season's white shorts. The Nike kit also has a darker v-neck collar and the sleeves have a dark edging, too. Dressed to impress: City's new kit for the season will feature a darker navy collar Keeping it cool: City's new kit features technology (right) to keep the players cool All blue: Jesus Navas celebrates scoring a goal in City's new kit for the upcoming campaign
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New Nike kit features blue shorts the same colour as the shirt
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City kick off new season against Arsenal in the Community Shield
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First Premier League game is away to Newcastle
Inside the back of the neck is a dark blue pennant tab with the bold statement 'We are @placeholder' in laser blue.