At first glance, it may appear like a furore more suited to the fandom of Game of Thrones, but dig a little deeper and there is at least some logic behind a section of the Wrexham fanbase being enraged by the colour of a mythical creature.The online response to this past weekend’s unveiling of new leisurewear from the Welsh club for the upcoming 2026-27 season was mixed at best, thanks to the inclusion of a white dragon crest on a jacket modelled by striker Sam Smith.Wales being synonymous with the red dragon meant supporters from the club’s homeland were quick to criticise, many pointing out that, in Welsh mythology, a white dragon represents the Anglo-Saxons of England.Considering the history of conflict between the two countries, the use of an ancient emblem most commonly associated with Wales’ sometimes despised neighbours has been viewed by some as an own goal.But is this a storm in a Welsh teacup? Or are those supporters entitled to see red?So why all the fuss?Saturday was a big day for Phil Parkinson’s side, as they kicked off their pre-season with a goalless draw against Wisla Krakow in Poland.It was also a big day for the club’s retail department, as the design of the new away shirt was revealed — a dark grey number that, according to the accompanying blurb in an email sent to members, is “inspired by North Wales’ iconic slate quarries”.The same message went on to add that “the new away shirt celebrates the deep connection between our club, our community and the land we call home. Finished with the red dragon and the message, Our Ground, Our Spirit – Ein Tir, Ein Hysbryd, every detail reflects what it means to represent Wrexham”.So far, so good, with the overwhelming response to the shirt — the first seen with new main sponsor Firefox — being positive, with sales also very strong.Ironically, considering what followed when a second image was posted on social media, this time featuring striker Smith in the jacket with a white dragon on the front, the club badge on the new away shirt also has white ones due to the kit’s dark grey material.This, though, didn’t prevent the online outrage that followed the promotion of the jacket as fans accused the club of being “out of touch” and declaring of the Welsh dragon, “it’s red for a reason”.