Description

Portugal Home Shirt 1997-1998

Portugal's retro home jersey from 1997-1998 is one of the most iconic designs from the transition to the Portuguese golden generation. Designed by Nike, it stands out for its bold design combining deep red, vibrant green, and yellow accents. This jersey, worn during the 1998 World Cup qualifiers, is now among the most sought-after pieces for vintage Nike collectors.

Design and style

• Main color: intense burgundy red, typical of Portuguese jerseys from the late 90s

• Green V-neck polo collar, offering a vintage finish and a strong national identity.

• Green inserts on the sides and sleeves, edged with yellow piping to add a vibrant touch.

• Nike logo embroidered in yellow on the right chest

• Embroidered crest of the Portuguese Football Federation on the left chest, in a slightly modernized version

• A subtle yellow side stripe adds verticality to the design.

• Smooth and shiny fabric, representative of Nike's late 1990s style

History and heritage

This jersey was worn during the 1998 World Cup qualifying campaign, a pivotal period that saw the emergence of an exceptional generation: Luís Figo, Rui Costa, João Pinto, Fernando Couto, and other talents who would go on to make their mark on Portuguese football history. Although Portugal did not reach the World Cup finals, this period laid the foundations that would lead to Euro 2000 and the reassertion of the country's footballing identity. The jersey remains a powerful symbol of this rise to prominence.

Details and advice

• Nike technical polyester, lightweight, breathable and true to the standards of the 90s

• Straight cut, slightly loose, typical of jerseys from that era

• Cold washing is recommended to preserve the intensity of the burgundy color and the quality of the embroidery.

• A prime piece for vintage enthusiasts, Portuguese fans, and retro Nike collectors.

Further information

• Period: 1997-1998

• Team: Portugal

• Type: Home jersey

• Competition: 1998 World Cup Qualifiers

• Equipment supplier: Nike

• Collar: V-neck polo style, green trim

• Coat of arms: embroidered, late 90s version

• Distinctive details: green inserts and yellow trim, yellow side stripe

• Material: Nike technical polyester

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