Werder Bremen Away Puma 1995-96 Vintage Shirt | 9/10

Werder Bremen 1995-96: the Puma away jersey from the great green era

In 1995-96, Otto Rehhagel's Werder Bremen was still a respected powerhouse in German football, two years after winning the German championship. This Puma away jersey flocked with Wolter and the DBV sponsor on the chest is a direct fragment of that pivotal period — rare, clean, and carrying a history that can no longer be found anywhere else.

Jersey details

Season: 1995-1996
Club: Werder Bremen
Type: Away
Kit manufacturer: Puma
Sponsor: DBV
Condition: 9/10

What this jersey represents

The Werder Bremen of the 90s was one of the strongest clubs in the Bundesliga, capable of competing with Bayern Munich and challenging major European teams. The 1993 German championship title was still fresh in people's minds, and the 1995-96 season was played in the shadow of that success, with a quality squad and intact European ambitions. The northern club, located on the banks of the Weser, has cultivated a strong, popular identity and an offensive playing style that appeals to connoisseurs for decades.

On the pitch that season, Werder could count on solid players like Andreas Herzog, the Austrian midfielder with exceptional vision, and Marco Bode, a technical winger loyal to the club for over a decade. Wynton Rufer had retired a little earlier, but the offensive spirit he embodied continued to define the club's DNA. The atmosphere at the Weserstadion remained electric, and away trips were among the season's great adventures.

Moments etched into this jersey

Werder still in the European elite
In 1995-96, the Bremen club participated in the UEFA Cup, extending its regular presence on the continental stage throughout the decade. This away jersey therefore potentially graced European pitches, far from the Weserstadion, against opponents from all over the continent.

The Bundesliga as a permanent battlefield
The 1995-96 Bundesliga was an intense season, dominated by Borussia Dortmund, who won the title that year. Werder, meanwhile, fought in the middle of the table to regain its past ambitions — a rebuilding context that makes this jersey even more historically interesting.

The Wolter flocking: a human trace on the fabric
This jersey bears a "Wolter" name flocking, which gives it an additional dimension. It's not a jersey taken from a stock box — it belonged to someone, it has lived, and this traceability is precisely what authentic jersey collectors seek most.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is a piece produced at the time to be worn — by a player, staff, or dedicated fan — and not a commercial reproduction manufactured years later. The materials, finishes, inner labels, and fabric weight: everything differs from a replica. It is this raw authenticity that gives such an item value in a retro jersey collection.

This Puma Werder Bremen away jersey 1995-96 is in 9/10 condition, which is exceptional for a piece nearly thirty years old. No tears, no unsightly stains, no aggressive fading on the logos: this is a jersey that has been carefully preserved, and it shows immediately to the naked eye. For an authentic piece from this era, it's truly above average.

Vintage size guide

Vintage sizes from the 90s do not correspond to current standards. A 1995 Puma XS generally equates to a current slim size S, or even a standard S depending on your body type. Cuts were more fitted, armholes less wide, and length often shorter than today. Don't rely solely on the label — a vintage XS can be surprising in both directions.

Before purchasing, take the time to measure a jersey you wear regularly: shoulder-to-shoulder width, chest width, and total length. Then compare with the actual product dimensions. If you have any doubts, contact us directly — we are here to avoid unpleasant surprises and unnecessary returns.

Why have it in your collection

The Werder Bremen of the 90s is a club that is starting to seriously interest European collectors. Long in the shadow of the big German clubs in the vintage market, Bremen pieces from this decade are becoming increasingly sought after — and Puma away jerseys with DBV sponsor from this specific season are rare. This is not a jersey you come across every weekend on resale platforms.

And with a 9/10 condition and period name flocking, we have a rare combination: total authenticity, impeccable preservation, and a personal story attached to the fabric. There aren't many in this condition on the market. If you miss this one, the next one will take a while to appear.

To go further

• Werder Bremen - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - Kit history
• UEFA - European football

A Puma Werder Bremen away jersey from 1995-96 with period flocking and 9/10 condition — this is the kind of piece you regret not picking up when the opportunity arises six months later at twice the price.