OUR STORY
Founded out of Australia in late 2018, Unwanted FC is inspired by giving unwanted sporting garments a second life. For years now, we've been merging the gaps between football, fashion and sustainability. Building a unique community of likeminded thinkers and creators.
Driven by a deep appreciation for nostalgic football items, we’ve mastered the art of upcycling - transforming these once beloved garments at the end of their lifecycle into new functional designs such as every day carry-wear and wearables.
The opportunities for football kits & sporting garments to live on are endless.
The journey so far
Our vision for the future
We will continue promoting collections of our own, and offer our custom upcycling service to fans, brands & clubs worldwide. But our ambitions extend beyond the product.
Our long term vision is to have our ideas implemented on a much larger scale through collaborating with like-minded partners. Shaping a future where:
- Consumers are more conscious and educated around the topic,
- Industry norms are challenged and redefined,
- And less waste finds its way into landfills.
As a global community, we're able to form new mindsets where waste becomes a thing of the past.
Welcome to Unwanted FC.
Kevin Chan, Co-Founder
A digital native, Kevin combines his expertise with his passion for football and sustainability. Heading up all fronts of Unwanted FC, he has brought countless concepts into creation since late 2018, and strongly believes in the benefits of a circular economy.
Keith Chan, Co-Founder
Product Manager by trade, Keith's expertise is put to use at Unwanted FC as he pushes the boundaries of the brands offering; beyond just upcycling. Constantly evolving the product to suit the needs of a growing community.
Natalie Tarle, Upcycling Lead
Ex-fashion designer, turned upcycling expert. Natalie heads up our upcycling capability and holds an important role in creating scalable patterns. Her love for football, design and rework aligns perfectly with Unwanted FC's mission. Since joining in 2024, Natalie has brought countless projects to life.
Amanda Lee, Partnerships Lead
Amanda is a pioneer for social and environmental good, dedicating her time in working with organisations that make the world better. Combining this passion with her experienced skillset developed at the likes of Apple and Sydney Opera House, she is now supporting Unwanted FC in reaching it's global growth potential.
Got an idea you'd like to explore together?
We collaborate with all kinds of partners. From professional athletes and schools, to startups and global brands. Each project brings fresh perspectives, lasting relationships, and ideas that often grow well beyond the work itself.
We’d love to hear what you’re thinking and see where it could take us. Start a conversation with Amanda today at amanda@unwantedfc.com