Description

Manchester United Home Shirt 1986-1988 Long Sleeve

The Manchester United home retro shirt from 1986-1988 is an iconic piece from the Adidas era, representing the epitome of retro football aesthetics. With its vibrant red, subtle geometric design, and signature white stripes, it has become a must-have for collectors and fans alike. This shirt perfectly captures the style and visual identity of the Red Devils in the late 80s.

Design and style

• Main color: intense red, true to the club's traditions

• Tone-on-tone geometric patterns across the entire fabric, typical of Adidas designs of that era.

• Three white Adidas stripes on the sleeves, a timeless visual signature

• Tricolor V-neck in red, white and black, providing an elegant and retro finish

• White Adidas Trefoil logo embroidered on the right chest

• Sharp sponsor in white, perfectly centered and contrasting

• Manchester United crest embroidered over the heart

• White ribbed cuffs with red piping for an authentic finish

History and heritage

This shirt accompanies Manchester United through a pivotal period in the club's history, notably the arrival of Alex Ferguson in 1986. As the team laid the foundations for what would become one of the most dominant dynasties in English football, this red shirt remains one of the most striking symbols of the transition to an era of success.

This model is also one of the last jerseys from the first collaboration between Manchester United and Adidas before the end of the partnership in 1992, thus reinforcing its historical and nostalgic value.

Details and advice

• Vintage polyester fabric, durable and breathable

• Loose fit typical of the 80s

• Ideal for collectors, retro fans, or as a stylish fashion piece.

• Gentle washing is recommended to preserve the colours and embroidery.

• Rare jersey, highly sought after by vintage football enthusiasts

Further information

• Period: 1986-1988

• Team: Manchester United

• Type: Home jersey

• Version: long sleeves

• Equipment supplier: Adidas

• Collar: Tricolour V-neck

• Coat of arms: embroidered

• Sponsor: Sharp

• Material: vintage polyester

• Distinctive detail: tone-on-tone geometric patterns characteristic of the late 80s

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