{"product_id":"2006-08-netherlands-arjan-shirt","title":"Netherlands Away Shirt Nike 2006-2008 Vintage XXL Arjan","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eNetherlands Away Nike Jersey 2006-2008 — \"Arjan\" Flocking, size XXL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBetween 2006 and 2008, the \u003cstrong\u003eNetherlands national team\u003c\/strong\u003e went through a pivotal period: a World Cup in Germany, then a European Championship in Austria and Switzerland that would leave a lasting impression. This \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Nike away jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e also bears a personal flocking — \u003cem\u003eArjan\u003c\/em\u003e — that human detail that tells the story of a true fan who ordered it with his first name, wore it proudly, and now it's in your hands.\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 2006-2008\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Netherlands (national team)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nike\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlocking:\u003c\/strong\u003e ARJAN (period custom flocking)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e XXL\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e SLIGHTLY USED PRINTINGS — authentic wear of a \u003cstrong\u003eworn vintage jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e, it's not a jersey that's been sitting in its bag\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;\"\u003eThe 2006-2008 period is one of the most exciting in the recent history of the \u003cstrong\u003eDutch national team\u003c\/strong\u003e. After the disappointment of the 2006 World Cup in Germany — eliminated in the round of 16 by Portugal in a brutally violent match refereed by Valentin Ivanov — the Oranje rebuilt with a group of very high-level players. The staff and the federation put everything into the \u003cstrong\u003eEuro 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e in Austria and Switzerland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis era was the absolute reign of \u003cstrong\u003eRuud van Nistelrooy\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eArjen Robben\u003c\/strong\u003e in offensive play, supported by \u003cstrong\u003eRafael van der Vaart\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWesley Sneijder\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eDirk Kuyt\u003c\/strong\u003e. In defense, \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Heitinga\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eJoris Mathijsen\u003c\/strong\u003e formed a solid backline. This was a generation with talent to spare, and they would express it with a bang during an absolutely memorable Euro 2008 group stage.\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\u003eEuro 2008 — The wildest group stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Netherlands finished first in their group with three wins in three matches, notably beating Ribéry's and Zidane's France convincingly in the group stage. This group also included Italy and Romania — and the Oranje swept them all, in a manner that left observers worldwide speechless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4-1 against France in Bern — the thunderclap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOn June 13, 2008, the Netherlands crushed the French team 4 goals to 1 in a landmark match. Van Nistelrooy, Sneijder, Van Persie — the Oranje were in a state of grace. It's one of those matches you remember for a lifetime as a fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2006 World Cup — The most booked match in history\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAgainst Portugal in the round of 16 in Nuremberg, the match turned into a brawling battle with 16 yellow cards and 4 red cards distributed by the referee. The Netherlands lost 1-0 but exited the competition with their heads held high in a competition where they didn't necessarily have the means to go very far. This \u003cstrong\u003evintage Nike\u003c\/strong\u003e away jersey is also a memory of that World Cup in Germany.\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;\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003evintage authentic jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e is nothing like a souvenir shop replica. At that time, Nike produced two distinct ranges: the \"player\" or authentic jersey, designed to be worn on the field, with specific technical finishes — breathable fabrics, tailored fit, professional-quality heat-sealed flocking. This \u003cstrong\u003e2006-2008 Netherlands\u003c\/strong\u003e away jersey falls into this category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe period \"ARJAN\" flocking is an additional marker of authenticity. It's a custom flocking made to order, to Nike's quality standards of the time, not a cheap print added afterwards. The \"slightly used printings\" condition means that the flocking has lived — slightly — but the jersey itself is in a very solid state of preservation for a \u003cstrong\u003ecollectible vintage jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e that has actually been used.\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 Nike jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e from this generation generally run smaller than current standards. An XXL from 2006-2008 often corresponds to a modern L or XL depending on contemporary brands. The cut at the time was more fitted to the body, less oversized than what you see today on streetwear models. This point is important before any purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore ordering, take a tape measure and measure your shoulder width and chest circumference. Then compare with the flat measurements of the jersey if they are available — don't hesitate to contact the shop to get them. A \u003cstrong\u003ecollectible jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e in 8\/10 condition deserves that you take the right precautions before adding it to your collection.\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;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2006-2008 Netherlands period\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most sought after by vintage jersey collectors. Euro 2008 remains in memory as one of the most successful tournaments for the Oranje since their glorious past in the 70s and 88. Finding an \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Nike away jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e from this era in good condition is already a good deal. Finding one with period custom flocking is frankly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe \"ARJAN\" flocking adds a unique dimension to this jersey. It's not the name of a famous professional player — it's the first name of a fan, probably Dutch, who experienced these matches with this jersey on his back. There aren't many in this condition with that story. A \u003cstrong\u003epersonalized vintage jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e of this quality won't come around twice.\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\/Netherlands_national_football_team\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eNetherlands — National Team on 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 Football Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.uefa.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eUEFA — Official 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 are a fan of the Oranje, if you experienced Euro 2008 in front of your screen with your fists raised, or if you are simply looking for a \u003cstrong\u003evintage Nike Netherlands jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e with character — this one has a soul. 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