Image via Getty Denmark has started the process of phasing out white shorts for the women’s national team, as players continue to openly express concerns about playing football whilst on their periods. The Danes will wear their home strip, which has traditionally been all-red, for as many upcoming games as possible instead of wearing their all-white away kit. Period concerns affect players at every level, with many individuals and teams recently sharing experiences of insecurity and discomfort when playing whilst menstruating. The added anxiety of leaking, especially in white or light-coloured shorts only hinders performances more, something the Danish Football Association (DBU) has since recognised. The DBU will also implement the change across the federation’s youth national teams, a move that will no doubt help to alleviate these types of worries amongst girls and young women. Many national and club teams have dropped white shorts in recent years, from the Lionesses to Manchester City and Orlando Pride. Sportswear manufacturers have taken their own steps to give players a chance to perform without the added stress. Nike recently launched a leakproof base layer short, with all of their national teams sporting them at the World Cup.With more players voicing their concerns, white shorts for women’s teams might finally become a thing of the past.