St Patrick’s Athletic FC has unveiled its 2026 Third Jersey in a landmark collaboration with legendary Irish folk band The Wolfe Tones, in a partnership that brings together football, music and the shared heritage of Inchicore.
It is an echo of the collaborations which Bohemians have turned into a cultural and revenue touchstone in recent years through similar projects with Oasis, Aslan, Fontaines DC and this season Kneecap.
Described by the club as a celebration of place, identity and belonging, the new jersey reflects the deep-rooted connections between the Inchicore side and one of Ireland’s most enduring musical acts.
The collaboration is built on an authentic local story. The Wolfe Tones first performed in McDowell’s, a long-standing Inchicore institution closely associated with St Patrick’s Athletic, and members of the band are from the area and have been season ticket holders at Richmond Park for decades.
At the heart of the jersey design is a tribute to one of the band’s most beloved songs, Let The People Sing, written by Brian Warfield. The lyrics of the song flow in a spiral pattern from the centre of the shirt, symbolising the gathering of community on matchdays — families returning, generations standing side by side and voices joining together.
The shirt also features “Pádraig go Brágh”, a tricolour border, the Wolfe Tones logo and sees the band take pride of place as front-of-shirt sponsor, creating one of the most distinctive kits in the club’s recent history.
Speaking during a photoshoot in Slatt’s of Inchicore, Brian Warfield said the collaboration was rooted in lifelong support for the club.
“We’re here celebrating the launch of a new jersey for our local side The Saints and we’re very proud to do so,” he said. “I think it’s important to support local and that’s why we’ve done this collaboration between The Wolfe Tones and the club.
“I’ve been following St Patrick’s since I was about five or six. I went to the matches with my dad — we were mad Pat’s fans in Inchicore. Our recreation every second week was to go to the home games and some away too if they weren’t too far. Music was always part of our lives and part of football.”
Warfield also pointed to his family’s long-standing ties to the area, with generations having worked in the Inchicore Works, reinforcing the depth of the band’s connection to the community.
“It’s a wonderful area and we’ve always loved St Pat’s. Our connection with The Saints will last forever. Let the people sing.”
The 2026 Third Jersey is available to purchase online and in selected stores, with children’s sizes priced from €52 and adult jerseys from €75.
Image Credit: Leinster Hockey and Sportsfile
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