Germany Women's Away L/S Adidas 2011-12 vintage jersey

Germany Women's Away Long Sleeve Adidas Jersey 2011-12 — The Era of the Lionesses

In 2011-2012, the German women's Mannschaft was simply the global benchmark for women's football. This Adidas long-sleeve away jersey from the 2011-12 season, size M women's fit, embodies a team that was two-time world champion, two-time European champion, and one that no one wanted to face.

Jersey details

Season: 2011-2012
Club: Germany — Women's National Team
Type: Away
Fit: Long Sleeve — Women's fit
Size: M (women's fit)
Manufacturer: Adidas
Condition: 9/10
State: Near-perfect — minimal authentic wear from a worn vintage jersey

What this jersey represents

The 2011-2012 season was a pivotal period for German women's football. The 2011 World Cup hosted in Germany left a lasting impression: the Germans, favorites at home, were eliminated in the quarter-finals by Japan — a huge shock that forced a complete reset. This defeat on home soil compelled the German federation to rethink its game, renew its squad, and build what would become an ambitious new generation. This jersey represents precisely the rebuilding turning point for the women's Nationalmannschaft.

In this context of resilience, the team relied on experienced leaders and emerging talents. Birgit Prinz, an absolute legend of global women's football, played her final seasons in this jersey. Alongside her, Nadine Angerer continued to dominate in goal, while Anja Mittag rose to prominence in attack. Germany remained a machine, even in reconstruction — and this jersey is textile proof of that.

Moments etched in this jersey

The 2011 Women's World Cup on home soil
Hosted in Germany, the 2011 World Cup was the event immediately preceding this jersey's season. The elimination against Japan in the quarter-finals was a collective pain that shaped the entire 2011-2012 period — this jersey carries that taste of revenge.

The 2013 Women's Euro in sight
The entire 2011-2012 season was built as preparation for the 2013 European Championship in Sweden. The qualifying matches and friendly games played in this long-sleeve away jersey laid the groundwork for a team that would reclaim its European title — a clear objective, total motivation.

The legacy of six consecutive major titles
Between 1995 and 2010, German women's football accumulated titles: two World Cups (2003, 2007), six consecutive European Championships (1989 to 2013 with unparalleled dominance). Wearing this jersey during this period meant embodying the most decorated nation in the history of European women's football.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage Adidas jersey is not something you find in a supermarket or souvenir shop. It's a piece made to be worn on the field or in the stands, with era-appropriate finishes: interior tags, woven logos in the fabric, reinforced seams characteristic of Adidas production in the 2010s. It's the real deal — not a copy, not a re-issue.

This one is in 9/10 condition, which is frankly rare for a long-sleeve jersey of this generation. Long sleeves wear out faster at the cuffs, and the fabric rubs more — a 9/10 in this format means you have a piece that has been preserved with respect. Nearly impeccable, a real stroke of luck for serious collectors.

Vintage size guide

Vintage Adidas women's fit jerseys from the 2010s generally run smaller than modern standards. A size M from that era often corresponds to a current S/M depending on body shape. The women's fit from this period is tailored, designed for a close-to-the-body fit — which distinctly differentiates it from current unisex or looser replica fits.

Before finalizing your order, measure your chest circumference and compare it with the flat measurements of the jersey. Lay the garment flat, measure the width at the armpits and multiply by two — this gives you the actual chest circumference. This is the foolproof method to avoid unpleasant surprises and receive a jersey that truly fits you.

Why have it in your collection

This collector's German women's football jersey from this generation is a niche within a niche. The market for vintage women's jerseys is still largely underestimated by collectors — which means quality pieces sell quickly when they appear. A 2011-12 Adidas long-sleeve away jersey for the women's Nationalmannschaft is already hard to find in general; in a size M women's fit and in this condition, it's even rarer. German women's football at that time represented absolute excellence — and the collecting market is starting to seriously recognize this.

The 9/10 condition for this type of piece makes all the difference. There aren't many in this condition, honestly — a used long-sleeve jersey quickly shows wear. This one is preserved, clean, with its Adidas details intact. Whether you frame it, wear it to watch a match, or integrate it into a collection dedicated to women's football, you're making the right choice at the right time.

To go further

• Germany women's national football team — Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive — History of jerseys
• UEFA — European Women's Football

This jersey is a piece of the golden age of German women's football — an era when no one could resist them for long. If you're looking for a rare, well-preserved piece with true historical weight behind it, you're in the right place.