Proposed Brand Marketing Position and Competitors Moodboard

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Moodboard 4: This moodboard shows the position I think Umbro should aim to be in. Producing Limited Edition football and fashion collections, including exclusive boots personal to the individual. Bring back a revived collection including old football kits and old logos, reverting back to the heritage.

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