A popular British football club is earning the ire of ARMYs (BTS fans) for allegedly copying the group's logo. Keep on reading for all the details.
Famous British Football Club Draws Backlash For 'Plagiarizing' BTS's Logo Slammed
On January 30, 2024, popular professional British football club Birmingham City FC shared a photo on their official X (formerly Twitter) account.
— Birmingham City FC (@BCFC) January 29, 2024
The image includes a logo against a blue background, along with the letters PSH. Birmingham City FC also included the caption "Soon" with the image. The post likely alludes to South Korean football player Paik Seung Ho joining the esteemed football club.
The post immediately drew the attention of many, but not in the best way.
Many were quick to notice that the logo posted by Birmingham City FC looked identical to BTS's iconic logo, leaving many ARMYs confused and angered. Many have taken to social media to question the football club about their decision, candidly showing off their disappointment in their choice of teaser.
People speculate the football club chose to use the BTS logo as they are one of the biggest figures in South Korea, and they will be including a Korean player, Paik Seung Ho, in the team. Though some understand the reasoning behind the post, many believe it is not an appropriate move.
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The logo is trademarked by Big Hit Entertainment and HYBE Labels. Unauthorized use of the logo may lead to a lawsuit. With that, many are tagging HYBE Labels on Birmingham City FC's posts, urging the company to take appropriate measures.
As of writing, Birmingham City FC has not released an official statement regarding the backlash.
What do you think of the situation? Tell us in the comments below!
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