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Purple boots banned by San Mikiel Saints owner Guiliano Alagona
3 March 5334

Cildanian second division football team San Mikiel Saints have told players they will not be allowed to wear purple boots during training or matches. The new policy was devised by club owner Guiliano Alagona. Currently serving as the Prime Minister of Cildania, Alagona is known to be a superstitious person. Sour relations with Cildanian political party People's Choice, whose official colour is purple, have reportedly strengthened his view.

Although it might seem unusual, Alagona’s suspicion about the colour purple is not uncommon in Cildania. Historians are unclear on the origin of the superstition. According to one version of the story, it is linked to the colour’s association with royalty. The treachery of royal families is said to have led to an association between the colour and bad luck.

San Mikiel Saints are hoping to secure promotion to the Premier League this season after narrowly missing out last year. In the opening weeks of the season, the team has struggled to find form. Since purchasing the club four years ago, Alagona has invested significantly in the team. Nonetheless they have struggled to achieve on the pitch. During his tenure so far, Alagona has fired four different managers.

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Originally posted by Jamescfm on 19 Jul 2023.