{"product_id":"1997-98-parma-shirt","title":"Parma Home Puma 1997-98 Vintage Jersey | Parmalat","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eParma 1997-98: The Puma jersey of a team that made Europe tremble\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe 1997-98 season, \u003cstrong\u003eParma AC\u003c\/strong\u003e was becoming one of the most formidable clubs on the continent. This \u003cstrong\u003ePuma home jersey sponsored by Parmalat\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs precisely to that pivotal era — when the Gialloblu turned every European match into a demonstration of total football. Not an ordinary jersey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eJersey details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:2;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997-1998\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parma AC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puma\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e PARMALAT\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e NEW, LITTLE SPOT — a tiny mark on a jersey that has hardly ever been worn, it's the pure authenticity of vintage.\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 jersey represents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eThe late 90s marked the absolute golden age of \u003cstrong\u003eParma AC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thanks to investments from the \u003cstrong\u003eParmalat\u003c\/strong\u003e group, the Emilian club transformed into a trophy-winning machine. Between 1992 and 1999, Parma practically didn't miss a single European final — a series of results that commands respect throughout the history of \u003cstrong\u003eItalian football\u003c\/strong\u003e. Specifically in 1997-98, the club was rapidly gaining momentum, navigating between \u003cstrong\u003eSerie A\u003c\/strong\u003e and continental competitions with remarkable intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe squad this season was a collection of rare talents. \u003cstrong\u003eGianfranco Zola\u003c\/strong\u003e had left, but the players at the Tardini were no less impressive. \u003cstrong\u003eEnrico Chiesa\u003c\/strong\u003e led the attack, \u003cstrong\u003eDino Baggio\u003c\/strong\u003e commanded the midfield with authority, and the defense — already that compact block that would dominate Europe — revolved around \u003cstrong\u003eLilian Thuram\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFabio Cannavaro\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two names that will suffice to give you a measure of this group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eMoments etched in this jersey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThuram and Cannavaro, the Tardini wall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1997-98, the central defensive partnership of \u003cstrong\u003eFabio Cannavaro\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLilian Thuram\u003c\/strong\u003e was already becoming a living legend of \u003cstrong\u003ecalcio\u003c\/strong\u003e. Seeing these two wear this home jersey week after week at the Stadio Ennio Tardini was witnessing the making of an era live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Coppa Italia, favorite hunting ground\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nParma had a special relationship with the Coppa Italia during this period, winning the trophy several times in the 90s. This 1997-98 jersey is part of this dynamic of a \u003cstrong\u003eCup-winning club\u003c\/strong\u003e, accustomed to ending seasons with silverware in their cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe springboard to the 1999 epic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 1997-98 season is often seen as the dress rehearsal before the great 1998-99 season where Parma won the \u003cstrong\u003eUEFA Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e and the Coppa Italia at the same time. This jersey is a testament to the construction of a team that would sweep everything a year later. In other words, you are wearing a piece of history that directly leads to European glory.\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\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003evintage authentic jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e from the 90s is a different world compared to mass-produced replicas. The fit is different — more tailored, designed for the field. The \u003cstrong\u003ePuma\u003c\/strong\u003e finishes of that era, the embroidered or screen-printed flocking, the inner labels with the exact model mentioned: all of this is part of a craftsmanship that is no longer found today. It's concrete, tangible, not cheap synthetic printed on an assembly line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one shows a condition of \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 with a small stain\u003c\/strong\u003e — what collectors call \"near mint\". This means: almost new jersey, with just the mark of time proving its authenticity. No excessive fading, no undone seams, no flaking flocking. For a jersey over 25 years old, this is exceptional.\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\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage sizes from the 90s\u003c\/strong\u003e do not correspond to modern sizes — this is an absolute rule to know before buying. A 1997-98 M from \u003cstrong\u003ePuma\u003c\/strong\u003e generally fits like a current S or XS depending on the brand. The cuts were much more tailored, designed for the physiques of professional footballers of the time, not for today's casual comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe practical advice: measure your chest circumference and shoulder width before falling for it. Compare with the actual measurements of the jersey if available, or contact us directly. A \u003cstrong\u003ecollector's jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e of this quality deserves two minutes to ensure the size — better to check before regretting it later.\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\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParma AC of the 90s\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most collected clubs in the entire history of \u003cstrong\u003evintage football\u003c\/strong\u003e — and for good reason. A team financed by an industrial giant, a squad of international stars, European titles, a recognizable playing style. These jerseys sell quickly, and good condition examples are becoming increasingly rare as the years go by. This is \u003cstrong\u003eretro Serie A jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e at the peak of its collector's value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThere aren't many in this condition, let's be honest. A \u003cstrong\u003ePuma Parma 1997-98 jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e in 9\/10 condition is the kind of piece that sleeps in private collections and rarely reappears on the market. The small stain? It doesn't detract from the value — it's part of this piece of fabric's journey through more than two decades. Purists will understand.\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\/Parma_Calcio_1913\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eParma AC - 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 - Jersey History\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;\"\u003eIf you're a fan of \u003cstrong\u003e1990s Italian football\u003c\/strong\u003e or simply a serious collector, you already know that this kind of piece doesn't come around twice. It's your turn to play.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New in","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":54008893079827,"sku":"372363","price":299.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_1997-98-PARMA-SHIRT-M-372363_1.jpg?v=1775341819","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/1997-98-parma-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}