{"product_id":"2007-08-werder-bremen-wir-12-shirt","title":"Werder Bremen Away Jersey Kappa 2007-08 Vintage WIR 12","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eWerder Bremen 2007-08 – Diego Ribas' team's Kappa Away Shirt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 2007-08, \u003cstrong\u003eWerder Bremen\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the most exciting clubs in the \u003cstrong\u003eBundesliga\u003c\/strong\u003e — intense pressing, committed attacking play, and the Weserstadion crowd 100% behind them. This \u003cstrong\u003eKappa away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cem\u003eWIR 12\u003c\/em\u003e (\"We are the 12th man\") print perfectly embodies the collective spirit the club cultivated as an identity. An authentic piece from that era, in \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the clearly visible \u003cstrong\u003eCitibank\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsor — serious collector's material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eThe Shirt's Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:2;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2007-2008\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Werder Bremen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kappa\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e CITIBANK\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting:\u003c\/strong\u003e WIR 12 (The 12th man — the supporters)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e XXL\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citibank sponsor intact, authentic and subtle wear of a vintage jersey proudly worn\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 \u003cstrong\u003e2007-08 Werder Bremen season\u003c\/strong\u003e was a continuation of one of the richest periods in the club's history. After the \u003cstrong\u003eBundesliga title in 2004\u003c\/strong\u003e and a German Cup the same year under Thomas Schaaf, the Greens from the Weser banks maintained a consistent European level and were among the most attractive teams in German football. Regularly qualifying for the \u003cstrong\u003eUEFA Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e, they embodied the model of an ambitious club that plays attacking football without complexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe squad from that era was a true hotbed of talent. \u003cstrong\u003eDiego Ribas\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Brazilian playmaker with an exceptional touch, delighted the Weserstadion with his laser passes and devastating free-kicks. Alongside him were \u003cstrong\u003eMiroslav Klose\u003c\/strong\u003e — already a world-class player — and others like \u003cstrong\u003ePer Mertesacker\u003c\/strong\u003e, a future World Cup winner, and \u003cstrong\u003eTorsten Frings\u003c\/strong\u003e in midfield. A generation of players that made trips to Bremen particularly formidable for opponents.\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\u003eConsistency in the Bundesliga\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2007-08, Werder Bremen finished high in the \u003cstrong\u003eBundesliga\u003c\/strong\u003e standings, confirming their status as a reliable force in German football. Against giants Bayern Munich and Schalke 04, the Bremer held their own with a style of play that left no one indifferent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe UEFA Cup Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis period was synonymous with European nights at the Weserstadion, with a fiercely contested \u003cstrong\u003eUEFA Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e and memorable confrontations against continental clubs. The away shirt is precisely what you wear for away games — both German league matches and European trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe WIR 12 printing — a rare symbol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis \u003cstrong\u003e\"WIR 12\" printing\u003c\/strong\u003e is not a random player number. It's a direct tribute to the supporters, the 12th man, the ultra culture, and the popular soul of the club. Finding an authentic shirt with this printing is to stumble upon a piece that goes far beyond simple sportswear — it's an object that tells the story of the bond between a club and its fans.\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 the player's version or the premium fan version from that era — tailored cuts, specific technical materials, and meticulous finishes that are nothing like general public replicas. On a \u003cstrong\u003e2007 Kappa shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e, you find the manufacturing details specific to the Italian brand: the characteristic Omini bands, the collar construction, the prints on technical fabric. Elements that age well when the shirt has been stored correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one boasts a \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, which in the world of \u003cstrong\u003evintage football jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e corresponds to an exceptional state. The Citibank sponsor is perfectly legible, the WIR 12 printing is intact, and the overall impression is of a shirt that has been respected and carefully stored for over fifteen years. This is exactly the level of condition sought when building a serious collection.\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 jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e from this era — mid-2000s — have different cuts than modern jerseys. A \u003cstrong\u003e2007 XXL\u003c\/strong\u003e from Kappa might correspond to a current L or XL depending on contemporary brands, as manufacturing templates have evolved. Don't rely solely on the letter printed on the tag, especially if you're used to today's oversized cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore finalizing your purchase, take a measuring tape and measure your chest circumference, shoulder width, and desired length. Then compare with the actual dimensions of the shirt if available, or don't hesitate to contact us directly. A \u003cstrong\u003ecollector's jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e in 9\/10 condition deserves to be worn proudly — not put away because the size isn't right.\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\u003eWerder Bremen\u003c\/strong\u003e remains a largely underrepresented club in \u003cstrong\u003evintage Bundesliga jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e collections outside of Germany. Yet, the 2000s represent the club's modern golden age — titles, cups, Europa League, and a recognizable playing identity. A \u003cstrong\u003e2007-08 Kappa away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e with the WIR 12 printing is a standout piece: not a classic home shirt, not a bankable star's number, but something more genuine, more connected to the club's supporter culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThere aren't many in this condition still circulating. The \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e on a shirt over fifteen years old, with the sponsor and printing perfectly preserved, is statistically rare. Collectors looking for vintage 2000s Bundesliga know this: when a clean piece from that era comes along, you don't hesitate too long.\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\/Werder_Bremen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eWerder Bremen - 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;\"\u003eA Kappa away shirt from Werder Bremen with the WIR 12 printing, in 9\/10 condition — if you're into vintage Bundesliga shirts and this passes you by, you'll regret it. 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