2022-23 Derby County Third Shirt Player Issue 22, Umbro’s all-maroon change design prepared for Derby’s Under-21 setup with number 22 on the reverse and Premier League 2 badges to both sleeves. The NSPCC sponsor across the front is a particularly important detail, as Derby confirmed the charity logo would appear on players’ shirts rather than the standard replica versions during the season.
The shirt uses textured ottoman fabric through the body with close-fitting interlock sleeves, a black V-neck and contrasting black and white cuffs. Raised rubber Umbro and Derby County crests, side vents and a dropped rear hem give the shirt its performance-led build, while the number 22 and Premier League 2 patches complete the academy matchday specification.
Derby introduced the maroon third kit as a nod to the club’s popular 1996-97 change strip, before adding the NSPCC logo to playing shirts later in the campaign. This example was prepared within the U21/reserve setup for Premier League 2 use, with the exact player currently unidentified. The combination of player-only sponsorship, competition sleeve badges and numbered issue stock makes it a far more specialised piece than the standard retail third shirt.