Arsenal, in collaboration with adidas, are again set to raise awareness of youth knife crime by wearing their special No More Red kit against Liverpool in the FA Cup this weekend.

Arsenal, in partnership with adidas, are set to make another statement against youth knife crime and violence by wearing their special No More Red kit in their upcoming FA Cup third-round match against Liverpool.

The men’s first team will sport the all-white kit, stripped of Arsenal‘s traditional red in the home fixture on Sunday, January 7.

This will be echoed by the women’s team when they face Watford in the FA Cup fourth round at Meadow Park on January 14.

Launched in January 2022, No More Red is Arsenal‘s commitment to combating youth violence and knife crime.

This campaign has been a significant part of the club’s efforts to ensure safety for young people in the community.

The unique all-white kit, a symbol of this campaign, is not for sale. However, a bespoke community t-shirt designed by Nellie-Rose, a participant in the 2023 No More Red Social Action Projects, will be available for purchase from January 29.

The t-shirt, priced at £30, sees all proceeds donated to various charity partners involved in the No More Red initiative.

“In 2024, we will build on the work done since the inception of No More Red,” said Freddie Hudson, Head of Arsenal in the Community. He emphasised the project’s aim to offer safe spaces for football and mentor-led Social Action Projects, which have already positively impacted many young people.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice also expressed his support for the No More Red campaign.

Speaking to BBC Sport, Rice highlighted the importance of providing safe spaces where young people can feel secure and build lasting friendships. “You can meet new people, you can meet people who you can talk to and become friends for life,” he said.

The No More Red campaign has had a tangible impact, creating safe spaces for football and other sports, and offering career assistance schemes for young people.

Rice, reflecting on a recent tragic incident of youth knife crime in London, stressed the importance of role models like himself in guiding young people. “To be able to help young kids, to be able to talk and use my voice and be able to show that I was a youngster once and have been in tough positions as well,” he said, emphasising the need for education and support networks for youth.

Rice’s involvement in the campaign extends beyond just wearing the kit; he actively encourages young people to consider the consequences of their actions, especially those contemplating carrying a weapon. “Have a think about the situation you’re about to put yourself in,” Rice said.