{"product_id":"1996-98-torino-shirt","title":"Torino FC Away Kelme 1996-98 vintage shirt condition 9\/10","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eTorino FC 1996-98 — The Kelme Away Shirt from the Granata Reconstruction Era\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBetween 1996 and 1998, \u003cstrong\u003eTorino FC\u003c\/strong\u003e experienced a pivotal period in its history: the club was making a comeback after difficult years, patiently rebuilding its identity in Italian football. This \u003cstrong\u003eKelme away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsored by \u003cstrong\u003eSDA\u003c\/strong\u003e, notably worn by \u003cstrong\u003eGianluigi Lentini\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTony Dorigo\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an authentic fragment of this both painful and courageous era for the Granata tifosi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eShirt Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:2;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1996-1998\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torino FC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kelme\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e SDA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhat This Shirt Represents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTorino FC\u003c\/strong\u003e of 1996-98 was a club carrying the immense weight of its history — seven Scudetti, the Superga tragedy in 1949, the eternal rivalry with Juventus — and fighting to regain a worthy place in \u003cstrong\u003eItalian calcio\u003c\/strong\u003e. After a traumatic relegation to Serie B in the 1995-96 season, Toro had to roll up their sleeves and build a team capable of returning to the elite. This context of \u003cstrong\u003ereconstruction and resilience\u003c\/strong\u003e is exactly what this shirt embodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eOn the field, two names stand out from this period. \u003cstrong\u003eGianluigi Lentini\u003c\/strong\u003e, the prodigious winger who had once been the most expensive transfer in world football history during his time at AC Milan, had returned to Torino to try and regain his form after years marked by a terrible car accident in 1993. And then \u003cstrong\u003eTony Dorigo\u003c\/strong\u003e, the English left-back who had played for Chelsea and Leeds United, brought his international experience and defensive solidity to a group in full reformation. Two strong human trajectories, etched into the fibers of this \u003cstrong\u003evintage Kelme shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eMoments Etched in This Shirt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Return to Serie A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the 1996 relegation, Torino fought in \u003cstrong\u003eSerie B\u003c\/strong\u003e to return to Italy's top flight, with this away shirt being worn during that relentless campaign on sometimes difficult pitches across Italy. Promotion back to Serie A from Serie B is a victory in itself for a club of Toro's stature, and this shirt is direct proof of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLentini's Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGianluigi Lentini\u003c\/strong\u003e had already worn the colors of Torino before his sensational departure for AC Milan in 1992, and his return to Turin had an almost romantic dimension. Seeing him play again in this shirt, even physically diminished by his accident, represented a strong symbol for the \u003cstrong\u003eGranata tifosi\u003c\/strong\u003e who had never stopped admiring him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKelme, an Atypical Choice of Kit Manufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 1990s, seeing a major Italian club choose \u003cstrong\u003eKelme\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Spanish brand less publicized than Adidas, Nike, or Umbro — testified to an economic reality contrasting with the clubs in northern Italy. This partnership gave the shirt a unique visual identity, now highly sought after by \u003cstrong\u003ecollectors of vintage Italian shirts\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eAuthentic vs. Replica\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic vintage jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e, unlike a replica sold in a souvenir shop, is a piece that genuinely circulated in the club's official channels at the time — whether as a player version or a premium fan version. The finishes, inner labels, cut, and textile technologies of the era are all markers of authenticity that a true connoisseur immediately recognizes. This is what makes all the difference between owning a souvenir and owning a historical object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one boasts a \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is truly exceptional for a piece that is now between 26 and 28 years old. At this level of preservation, we're talking about a shirt that has experienced virtually no deformation, no noticeable discoloration, and no wear on the prints. For a \u003cstrong\u003eTorino Kelme away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e from this generation, this is the kind of condition you don't find every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eVintage Sizing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage jerseys from the 1990s\u003c\/strong\u003e are sized according to the standards of the time, which do not at all correspond to modern cuts. As a general rule, you should go up one to two sizes from what you usually wear today. A vintage M from 1996 often corresponds to what we would call an S or even an XS in current, more fitted, and longer cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore you buy, grab a tape measure and measure your chest circumference and torso length. Then compare with the actual measurements of the shirt indicated in the product sheet — if available, do not hesitate to contact the shop directly. It's better to check for a minute before buying than to regret it upon receiving the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhy Have It In Your Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTorino FC\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most historically rich clubs in world football, yet its vintage shirts are far less common on the market than those of Juventus or AC Milan. This is precisely what makes them rare and highly coveted pieces for \u003cstrong\u003ecollectors of vintage Serie A jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adding a \u003cstrong\u003e1990s Torino Kelme shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e to your collection means owning something that most people simply have never seen in real life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eAnd in this condition — \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e, almost impeccable after almost three decades — it's even rarer. Shirts from this era that survive so well over time are a tiny minority. Most have been worn out, lost, or poorly preserved. This one is the exception. There aren't many in this condition, and you know it as well as I do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eTo Go Further\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height:2.2;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Torino_FC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eTorino FC - Wikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.footballkitarchive.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eFootball Kit Archive - History of jerseys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.uefa.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eUEFA - European Football\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eThis Torino Kelme 1996-98 away shirt is an obscure but deeply human chapter of 90s calcio — if you want a rare piece that tells a real story, this one does it perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other Italian Clubs","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":54010489995539,"sku":"328506","price":149.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_1996-98-TORINO-SHIRT-M-328506_1.jpg?v=1775453014","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/1996-98-torino-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}