Some football shirt designs go beyond representing a team on match days, becoming fashion statements, collectable items and iconic reminders of an era. Fans either associate certain shirts with players they remember from their heyday or just flatly refuse to forget them!
Nigeria’s 2018 World Cup Kit Became a Fashion Hit
Nigeria’s vibrant 2018 World Cup football shirt design took football fashion by storm. So much so that it created a buzz way beyond fans of the Nigerian national team. The eye-catching green and white kit was apparently pre-ordered by about three million people, with scenes of long queues forming outside one major store when it was released.
Arsenal’s Bruised Banana Shirt Became a Cult Classic
Arsenal’s bold away kit made a lasting impression when donned by Gunners during the 1990s, so much so it’s nickname, the Bruised Banana, is still recognisable today! This yellow and black number features among some of the top memorable football kits from English clubs during the ’90s.
West Germany’s 1990 Kit Became a Retro Classic
The distinctive chest design on West Germany’s football kit for the 1990 World Cup is instantly recognisable. The all-white shirt with black, red,d and gold detailing has stayed true to form throughout the years, thanks in no small part to West Germany winning the World Cup wearing them, and remains in the lists of the greatest World Cup kits and as one of football’s retro favourites.
Mexico’s 1998 World Cup Kit Became a Design Classic
Mexico’s home shirt for the 1998 World Cup features among the most iconic World Cup kits. The striking design inspired by the designs of ancient Aztecs graced the shoulders of Mexico’s players as they fought their way through to the final sixteen teams at the tournament.
Man United’s Snowflake Shirt Gained a New Lease of Life
Manchester United’s away shirt from the ’90s has a certain wow factor about it with its geometric blue and white design, earning itself the “Snowflake” nickname among Man United fans. Over the years it has built in popularity and is now one of retro football’s most sought after shirts.
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