{"product_id":"1998-99-blackburn-rovers-shirt","title":"Blackburn Rovers Home Shirt 1998-99 Uhlsport Vintage","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eBlackburn Rovers 1998-99: The Uhlsport jersey of a team fighting to reclaim its place\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e1998-99 season, Ewood Park. Four years after winning the \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish championship\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Rovers were navigating troubled waters and looking to rebuild. This \u003cstrong\u003evintage Blackburn Rovers home jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e, bearing the \u003cstrong\u003eUhlsport\u003c\/strong\u003e brand and \u003cstrong\u003eCIS\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsor, perfectly embodies this pivotal period – that of a club that had reached the top and refused to resign itself.\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 1998-99\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackburn Rovers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uhlsport\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e CIS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPONSOR: CIS - authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey\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 1998-99, \u003cstrong\u003eBlackburn Rovers\u003c\/strong\u003e was a club in full reconstruction. The \u003cstrong\u003e1994-95 Premier League\u003c\/strong\u003e title, secured under the impetus of Jack Walker and Kenny Dalglish, already seemed to belong to another era. After relegation to the First Division in 1999, the club went through a painful transitional season, stuck in the middle of the English league table. It was in this tense context that this jersey was worn, on the Ewood Park pitch in front of fans who had not forgotten the glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe team of this period relied on strong characters. \u003cstrong\u003eTim Sherwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, a combative midfielder developed at the club, tried to maintain the standard in midfield. \u003cstrong\u003eKevin Gallacher\u003c\/strong\u003e was still there to pose a threat upfront. Brian Kidd was in charge of the bench, inheriting a respectable squad but lacking consistency. A team that played, that fought, but struggled to string together results – and this jersey bears its mark.\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\u003eThe season of stark contrasts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003e1998-99 Premier League season\u003c\/strong\u003e was a rollercoaster for the Rovers. The club finished the season in an uncomfortable position, and relegation to the First Division would confirm a difficult period, marking a clear break with the golden years of the mid-90s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUhlsport, a kit manufacturer like no other\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998-99, seeing \u003cstrong\u003eUhlsport\u003c\/strong\u003e on a Premier League jersey was already rare. A German brand originally specializing in goalkeeper gloves, Uhlsport designed a kit here that stood out from the productions of giants like Nike or Adidas. This jersey is a curiosity in itself for any \u003cstrong\u003ecollector of vintage English jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCIS, a sponsor rooted in the local area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eCo-operative Insurance Society\u003c\/strong\u003e – abbreviated to CIS – is a deeply local partner, rooted in the economic fabric of northern England. This logo on the chest of the jersey is not a flashy international sponsor: it's a local brand, that of a popular club and its community, which gives this \u003cstrong\u003e1998-99 Blackburn Rovers jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e an added authenticity.\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 not a mass-produced fan item sold in official stores. It's a piece designed to be worn on a pitch – tailored fit, technical materials of the time, meticulous finishes on embroidery and flocking. The difference can be felt to the touch, seen in the details, and understood once you know what to look for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one is rated in \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the best-preserved examples you could hope to find for this specific season. At over twenty-five years old, a jersey in this condition is exceptional. No significant discoloration, CIS sponsor still present, all with that natural patina that belongs to true collector's items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eVintage size guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esizes of vintage 90s jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e do not correspond to current standards. An XL from 1998 often fits like a modern L, sometimes even an M depending on the brands and models. Uhlsport had its own cut guide, generally more fitted than what contemporary standards have accustomed us to. Never rely solely on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore you commit, take a tape measure and measure your chest circumference and torso length. Then compare with the flat measurements of the jersey if they are available, or contact the seller directly. A poorly fitting vintage jersey is a shame – a well-fitting vintage jersey is another story.\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\u003eBlackburn Rovers jerseys from the 90s\u003c\/strong\u003e are among the most sought-after pieces by collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eretro English football\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 1995 English champions, the Jack Walker story, the nascent Premier League – all of this represents a mythical part of British football. And a \u003cstrong\u003eUhlsport\u003c\/strong\u003e jersey from that era on a Premier League club is an added rarity that increases its value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThere aren't many in this condition. A \u003cstrong\u003evintage jersey in 9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e after twenty-five years is statistically rare – most circulating examples show pronounced signs of wear, peeling flocking, or fading sponsors. Here, you have a jersey that has stood the test of decades. This is exactly the kind of piece you regret not getting when it's gone.\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\/Blackburn_Rovers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBlackburn Rovers - 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 1998-99 Blackburn Rovers Uhlsport jersey is a piece of English football history in XL size and near-new condition – if you know its worth, you already know it won't be available for long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackburn Rovers","offers":[{"title":"XL","offer_id":54010077610259,"sku":"329956","price":129.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":54010077643027,"sku":"329952","price":159.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":54010077675795,"sku":"255780","price":89.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_1998-99-BLACKBURN-ROVERS-SHIRT-XL-329956_1.jpg?v=1775420792","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/1998-99-blackburn-rovers-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}