Ireland Away Shirt 1997
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Description
Ireland Away Shirt 1997
Ireland's 1997 retro away shirt is a bold and iconic piece that stands in stark contrast to the team's traditional green. Designed by Umbro, it boasts a strong visual identity thanks to its vibrant orange color, a nod to one of the colors of the Irish flag. This shirt remains one of the most memorable and sought-after by collectors today, thanks to its striking design and quintessential 90s aesthetic.
Design and style
Main color: intense orange, contrasted by touches of green, white and black
Dynamic geometric pattern on the shoulders with triangular shapes in green and black
A white band angled to enhance the visual effect and the tricolor identity
Green polo collar trimmed in white and black, typical of Umbro designs from the late 90s
Black Umbro logo embroidered on the right chest
Opel sponsor in black, perfectly integrated into the center of the jersey
Crest of the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) on the heart side
History and heritage
This 1997 jersey is one of the defining kits of Irish football during a transitional period following the Jack Charlton era. It symbolizes a generation that continues to represent the country in major international competitions and qualifying matches. Its distinctly 90s aesthetic is now a true icon of vintage football style.
Details and advice
Lightweight polyester fabric with fine tone-on-tone vertical stripes
Comfortable straight cut, true to the Umbro standards of the time
Suitable for both the collection and lifestyle wear
Cold washing is recommended to preserve the vibrant colors and patterns.
Further information
Year: 1997
Team: Ireland
Type: Away jersey
Colors: orange, green, black and white
Equipment manufacturer: Umbro
Collar: buttoned polo shirt
Sponsor: Opel
Material: vintage polyester
SIZE GUIDES
| JERSEY LENGTH | SHOULDER WIDTH | SIZE IN CM | WEIGHT KG | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 70 cm | 50 cm | 168-173 | 60-65 |
| M | 73 cm | 53 cm | 173-178 | 65-70 |
| L | 76 cm | 56 cm | 178-183 | 70-75 |
| XL | 79 cm | 59 cm | 183-188 | 75-80 |
| XXL | 82 cm | 61 cm | 188-193 | 85-92 |













