United Kingdom, Sept. 12 -- Sir Elton John feels "so proud" of Watford Football Club.

The 78-year-old pop star began supporting the English soccer team as a child, and Watford have just released a new jersey marking 50 years since he became the club's chairman.

In the launch video for the new jersey, Elton says: "My passion for this club has never died, and I'm so proud of this club, ever since I was five years old when we played in blue and there were two rickety old stands.

"What can I say? It's in my heart and my soul, you can't get rid of it. The supporters of this club have always been in my heart."

Watford said: "Our beloved Honorary Life President has been heavily involved in the design of this unique collectors' item, which is...