{"product_id":"1998-00-bolton-wanderers-shirt","title":"Bolton Wanderers Away Shirt Reebok 1998-2000 vintage","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eBolton Wanderers 1998-2000 — The Reebok Away Shirt from a Pivotal Era\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBetween 1998 and 2000, \u003cstrong\u003eBolton Wanderers\u003c\/strong\u003e navigated between the Premier League and the English First Division, in a period of turbulence and comebacks typical of clubs of this caliber. This \u003cstrong\u003evintage Reebok away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly captures that tension—that of a popular club, rooted in its working-class values, which never gives up. A direct, no-frills item, just like football in the north of England.\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 1998-2000\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolton Wanderers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reebok\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPONSOR: — authentic wear of a worn vintage shirt\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 late 90s was a pivotal period for \u003cstrong\u003eBolton Wanderers FC\u003c\/strong\u003e. The club had just completed its first season back in the Premier League in 1997-98, before being relegated to the Championship—then called the First Division—and then bouncing straight back up. This yo-yoing between the top two English divisions is the very DNA of Bolton at that time: never defeated, always fighting. The \u003cstrong\u003eReebok Stadium\u003c\/strong\u003e, newly inaugurated in 1997, perfectly embodies this renewal—a club looking to the future while remaining faithful to its Greater Manchester roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis was the era of \u003cstrong\u003eColin Todd\u003c\/strong\u003e and then \u003cstrong\u003eSam Allardyce\u003c\/strong\u003e at the helm of the Trotters—pragmatic football men who built their team on solid foundations. Players like \u003cstrong\u003eBob Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMichael Johansen\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the loyal \u003cstrong\u003ePer Frandsen\u003c\/strong\u003e wore this shirt with a simple pride, that of clubs that don't need glamour to exist. This Reebok away shirt represents their sweat, their dedication, their sprints on waterlogged January pitches.\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 1998 Relegation and Immediate Bounce Back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBolton finished the 1997-98 season at the bottom of the Premier League and was relegated to the First Division. The club's response was immediate: a dominant 1998-99 campaign that saw them quickly return to the top flight. This away shirt was worn during this intense period of rebuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Arrival of Sam Allardyce and the New Philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn October 1999, \u003cstrong\u003eSam Allardyce\u003c\/strong\u003e took over the club and began laying the foundations for what would become one of Bolton's most solid ascents in recent history. His legendary pragmatism, direct play, and strong management perfectly matched the identity of this shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReebok Stadium, a New Home, a New Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLeaving Burnden Park for the brand-new \u003cstrong\u003eReebok Stadium\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1997 was a cultural as well as sporting turning point for the club. Away matches, with this Reebok shirt in the bags, took on a special resonance: Bolton was asserting its place in modern football, while retaining its character forged in Lancashire.\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 shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e is a piece that genuinely existed in the locker rooms or stands of the time. It's not a modern reprint, not a vague tribute—it's the real fabric, the real cut, the real \u003cstrong\u003eReebok\u003c\/strong\u003e labels from the late 90s. The lightweight synthetic materials of that period, the particular drape, the collar finishes: all of that is no longer manufactured in the same way today, and that's precisely what makes these pieces valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis Bolton away shirt shows a condition of \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e—in other words, it is in exceptional condition for a piece over 25 years old. Barely worn, probably carefully preserved, it presents that soft, natural patina that proves its authenticity without ever falling into problematic wear. For a \u003cstrong\u003evintage collector's shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is the holy grail: guaranteed authenticity with an almost impeccable presentation.\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\u003eReebok vintage shirts from the 90s\u003c\/strong\u003e are sized in the old way—which means that a 1998 Large often corresponds to a modern Medium. The cuts were more fitted, shorter in the back, with different armholes than today's standards. If you usually wear a modern L, you might find a vintage L too tight. This is systematic with pieces from that era, regardless of the kit manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore confirming your order, get out a tape measure. Measure your shoulder width and chest circumference, then compare with the actual shirt measurements available on the product page. Don't rely on your usual size—rely on centimeters. This is the only way to be sure that this \u003cstrong\u003eBolton Wanderers away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e truly fits you, and not just on paper.\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\u003eBolton Wanderers away shirts from the late 90s\u003c\/strong\u003e are becoming increasingly rare on the vintage market. Bolton is not a superficial club—it's a pure football club, with a long history and authentic supporters, and collectors interested in it know exactly what they're looking for. The 1998-2000 period is particularly interesting because it coincides with the Reebok era in all its splendor—strong designs, a marked visual identity, and quality manufacturing that is no longer found. This is not a piece you come across every day in the bins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eAnd in 9\/10 condition? Frankly, there aren't many in this condition on the market. A quarter-century old and it comes out like this—it's rare, really. Whether you're a \u003cstrong\u003eTrotters\u003c\/strong\u003e fan, a collector of \u003cstrong\u003evintage Reebok shirts\u003c\/strong\u003e, or simply passionate about English football from that blessed era, you won't often find such an opportunity. This kind of piece, once gone, doesn't come back soon.\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\/Bolton_Wanderers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBolton Wanderers - 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 - Shirt 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 know the value of real English football shirts from the 90s, you already know that this piece deserves its place in a serious collection. It's your move.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bolton Wanderers","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":54011378598163,"sku":"329856","price":139.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_1998-00-BOLTON-WANDERERS-SHIRT-L-329856_1.jpg?v=1775480779","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/1998-00-bolton-wanderers-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}