Middlesbrough Fans Vote for a New Era with Crest Change
A Fresh Look as the Club Approaches its 150th Year
Middlesbrough Football Club, soaked in history and passionate about its future, has heard the voice of its fans. After 16 years, the emblem that has sat proudly on the chest of our fine players is set for a makeover. Since its adoption in 2007, the current crest has seen its fair share of highs and lows. But as we approach the club's 150th anniversary, a whopping 57% of responding fans in a survey are spearheading a return to something that resonates more with Boro's heritage.
The survey, diligently carried out by research aficionados, polled 21,000 stalwarts of the Riverside stands. A telling 57% voted in favour of changing the crest. It's a majority that reflects a longing for a blend of tradition and modernity as we step into another century of football. Not forgetting the 19% who clung to tradition, favouring the current design; change is never without its dissenters.
Designs on the Future: What Fans Want
The ideal new badge, as articulated by the faithful, would circle back to roots established in 1876. Envisaged is a round crest—symbolic of unity and completeness—emblazoned with the bold lion rampant and splashed in our inimitable red and white. Moreover, aficionados desire the club's full title, 'Middlesbrough Football Club', to be spelt out, echoing the pride and stature of our beloved team.
Looking Ahead with Anticipation
As we stand on the precipice of this change, it's a reflection of a club that values its community's voice. Rolling out a new crest in the forthcoming season as part of the 150th-anniversary celebrations is more than cosmetic; it's a reaffirmation of identity. This is Boro stepping boldly forward while nodding respectfully to the glorious past—much as we did back in 1986 when we rallied from the brink to forge a path back to top-flight football, or during those heady UEFA Cup nights in 2006.
In a similar spirit of friendly rivalry and cheeky camaraderie, let’s conclude with today’s quip aimed at our dear neighbours:
Why did the Sunderland fan bring a ladder to the match?
Because they heard the real football was played over their heads! Keep looking up, lads—Boro’s on the march!
