Being a goalkeeper is the loneliest job in football, so they say. 9News
And, in light of the strange scenario that has left passionatefans unable to buy Aussie goalie Mackenzie Arnold's number 18 jersey, you might as well get "neglected" in there too.
A petition highlighting the glaring issue, and demanding a "rethink" on the divisive decision, has garnered almost 40,000 signatures. When asked about the discrepancy, a Nike spokesperson told 9news.com.au the sportswear giant works with FIFA and the individual federations "to determine what assortment and particular player jerseys go on sale based on several factors, including demand in some markets".
Earps has called Nike's failure to offer her jersey for sale as "hugely disappointing and very hurtful".she has been "fighting behind closed doors" and "desperately trying to find a solution" with England's governing body, the Football Association, and Nike.
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