Ex-England midfielder Karen Carney said the kit clash that delayed the Women’s Super League match between Chelsea and Arsenal was “embarrassing”.
The game at Stamford Bridge started 30 minutes late as Arsenal’s white socks were the same colour as the hosts’.
“People make mistakes but the game does not need this and it’s frustrating,” said Carney on Sky Sports.
An Arsenal official bought black socks from the Chelsea megastore, with tape applied to cover over the Blues’ logo.
“We’ve waited so long to talk only about football in the women’s game,” added Carney, who played for both clubs in her playing career.
“Clearly it’s a human error, a mistake, but it’s embarrassing. It’s embarrassing for the players and I’m frustrated. This is a massive crowd, a massive game.
“It’s a simple thing, a kit and we have got it wrong. We will move on and have to, but it does not look good for the game.
“Arsenal this season, off the pitch, have been magnificent, they have led the way in terms of crowds, attendances, marketing, it’s just a mistake from them.”
The Football Association’s (FA) rules state teams must wear colours that distinguish them from each other.
A crowd of more than 30,000 was expected at Stamford Bridge for the match between current WSL leaders Chelsea and third-placed Arsenal.
