{"product_id":"1997-98-sampdoria-16-longsleeve-shirt","title":"Sampdoria 1997-98 Asics Home Vintage Long Sleeve #16 Jersey","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eSampdoria 1997-98 Asics Long Sleeve Jersey — The Number 16 That Spans the Years\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eGenoa, 1997-98 season. \u003cstrong\u003eSampdoria\u003c\/strong\u003e is fighting to regain its former glory after years of post-Scudetto turbulence. This \u003cstrong\u003elong-sleeve Asics home jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e, emblazoned with number 16, worn in the stands of the Ferraris stadium in the Ligurian cold, is a raw fragment of Serie A from an era when calcio was at the peak of its global magnificence. Sponsored by \u003cstrong\u003eDaewoo\u003c\/strong\u003e, size XXL — a rare item not often found in collectors' lockers.\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 UC Sampdoria\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e DAEWOO\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e LITTLE PULLS — authentic wear of a worn \u003cstrong\u003evintage jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e, some small fabric snags that tell a story without detracting from the piece\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\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eIn 1997-98, \u003cstrong\u003eSampdoria\u003c\/strong\u003e was undergoing a delicate reconstruction period. The Genoese club, which had rattled Europe at the beginning of the decade with its 1991 Scudetto and 1992 Champions League final, was trying to piece together a revamped squad. The \u003cstrong\u003eSerie A\u003c\/strong\u003e of that era was incredibly dense — Juventus, Inter, Lazio, AC Milan all battling for the top — and for Samp, every point earned at Marassi was golden. This jersey precisely embodies this period of \u003cstrong\u003eresilience and blucerchiata identity\u003c\/strong\u003e, that of a club never defined solely by its moments of glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eOn the field, men like \u003cstrong\u003eEnrico Chiesa\u003c\/strong\u003e, a sharp attacker who delighted Genoese fans with his runs and goals, proudly wore the blucerchiata colors. \u003cstrong\u003ePietro Vierchowod\u003c\/strong\u003e, a defensive icon of the club, had already hung up his boots, but his warrior spirit still hovered over the Ferraris. The season saw character players in a locker room that refused to give up despite the club's institutional difficulties. The number 16 on this jersey belonged to an essential cog in that collective — perhaps discreet, but indispensable, as is often the case in football.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eMoments etched into this jersey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ferraris, Ligurian fortress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Luigi Ferraris stadium in Genoa, shared with Genoa CFC, is one of Serie A's most electric venues. In 1997-98, every Derby della Lanterna in this arena was a pitched battle, a clash that went beyond mere football — and this long-sleeved jersey experienced the thrills of those nights of absolute tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsics and Sampdoria — a partnership rooted in history\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe collaboration between \u003cstrong\u003eAsics\u003c\/strong\u003e and Sampdoria is a saga in itself in the world of \u003cstrong\u003eItalian vintage football jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Japanese equipment manufacturer dressed the club during a pivotal era, producing jerseys with a characteristic nineties design — and this long-sleeved model is one of its most eloquent witnesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaewoo, the sponsor of an entire era\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeeing the \u003cstrong\u003eDaewoo\u003c\/strong\u003e logo on a football jersey in 1997-98 immediately takes you back to a time when Korean car manufacturers were flooding the European market, seeking maximum visibility through sports business. This Sampdoria-Daewoo partnership is now a strong temporal marker, a badge of authenticity for any serious collector of \u003cstrong\u003evintage Serie A jerseys\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 is exactly what you have in front of you. Not a reproduction printed in 2020 to satisfy market nostalgia — no. It's the real fabric, the real cut, the real manufacturing details of the time, designed to be worn on a field or in the stands nearly thirty years ago. The finishes, the inner labels, the drape of the fabric: everything speaks of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis specimen displays a solid \u003cstrong\u003e8\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some \"little pulls\" honestly noted — signs of a lived life, not a piece hidden in tissue paper since 1998. For a \u003cstrong\u003eSampdoria collector's jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e of this generation, long-sleeved no less, it's a frankly remarkable state of preservation that will delight any discerning enthusiast.\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;\"\u003eThe sizes of \u003cstrong\u003e90s vintage jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e do not correspond to current standards — this is a reality that every collector must understand before buying. An XXL from 1997-98 from Asics can easily correspond to a modern L depending on the brand, or even an XL depending on the cut. The body shapes of the time were different, the jerseys less loose, less \"oversized\" than what you find today on department store racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore you give in, get out your tape measure. Measure your shoulder width, your chest circumference, and compare with the actual measurements of the piece — don't hesitate to contact us for the exact dimensions of this jersey. A vintage jersey that fits you perfectly is ten times more enjoyable than a rare piece worn like a sack. Take the two minutes it takes, you won't regret it.\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\u003eVintage Sampdoria long-sleeved jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e in XXL are a rare combination in the \u003cstrong\u003eretro football collector's market\u003c\/strong\u003e. Large sizes are always the hardest to find in good condition — because XXL frames wore their jerseys more, put more stress on the fabric, and left more traces of time. Add to that the fact that it's an Asics jersey with a Daewoo sponsor, meaning an item precisely dated in the club's history, and you understand why this kind of piece quickly disappears from specialized stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eAt 8\/10, \"little pulls\" aside, this jersey displays serious overall integrity. There aren't many in this condition still lingering in collections or Genoese flea markets — most have suffered greatly from time, washing, and neglect. This one has resisted. It deserves a display case, a hanger, or even proud use during televised matches. The choice is yours.\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\/U.C._Sampdoria\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eUC Sampdoria - 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 90s Sampdoria left its mark on you, if the calcio of that era is as missed by you as it is by us, this jersey clearly belongs in your collection. An honest, rare, and stylish piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other Italian Clubs","offers":[{"title":"XXL","offer_id":54010490093843,"sku":"356512","price":199.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_1997-98-SAMPDORIA-16-LONGSLEEVE-SHIRT-XXL-356512_1.jpg?v=1775453015","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/1997-98-sampdoria-16-longsleeve-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}