A definitive ranking of each Premier League champion’s trophy ribbons
It’s all about colour contrast.
A truly great Premier League side wins the trophy with style as well as resolve, and that goes for the colours which adorn the trophy they eventually lift as well.
Each side has a set of celebratory coloured ribbons unique to them, but it’s safe to say some look better than others. Based on each of the six teams’ most recent successes, here’s a definitive ranking…
1. Leicester City 2015/16
Dark blue and gold
The contrast between royal blue background and gold writing is outstanding, even if it does look as though a Jet garage has won the sponsorship rights.
It’s also important to note that 2015/16 was the last season Barclays was the title sponsor of the Premier League. They always got the font right on the ribbons, something which has a crucial influence on the order of this list.
2. Arsenal 2003/04
Red and white
Red and white looks ace on the trophy.
This time the sponsor reads “Barclaycard” but it’s the same effect. Great font, nice colours.
3. Manchester United 2012/13
Red, black and white
It’s almost as if Dennis the Menace’s Beanotown have won the title, isn’t it?
4. Chelsea 2016/17
Dark blue and white
The playful blue and white font just doesn’t quite have the same “We’ve just won the title and isn’t it brilliant?” effect, not that Michy Batshuayi minds.
5. Manchester City 2017/18
Light blue and white
White Premier League writing on a light blue background? It’s basically unreadable.
6. Blackburn Rovers 1994/95
Blue, white and black
Blue, white and black with the Carling sponsor? The writing’s too small, the colours aren’t striking, and unlike Rovers’ incredible season, these ribbons are forgettable.
