{"product_id":"2011-12-seattle-sounders-shirt","title":"Seattle Sounders Away Adidas 2011-12 Xbox Vintage Jersey","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eSeattle Sounders 2011-12 — The Adidas Away Shirt That Smells Like an Exploding MLS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 2011-2012, the \u003cstrong\u003eSeattle Sounders FC\u003c\/strong\u003e were already one of the most electrifying franchises in \u003cstrong\u003eMajor League Soccer\u003c\/strong\u003e. This \u003cstrong\u003eAdidas away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cstrong\u003eXbox\u003c\/strong\u003e logo on the chest symbolizes a new but already iconic club, a football city that had nothing to prove — and yet proved everything.\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 2011-2012\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seattle Sounders FC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adidas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Xbox\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\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\u003eSeattle Sounders FC\u003c\/strong\u003e officially joined MLS in 2009, and in just two seasons, they became an absolute benchmark in North American football. From their arrival in the league, the club set attendance records that would make many second-tier European franchises blush. \u003cstrong\u003eCenturyLink Field\u003c\/strong\u003e — now Lumen Field — saw crowds of 40,000 people for regular season matches, a reality that commands worldwide respect. In 2011-2012, the Sounders project was no longer an American curiosity; it was an institution building at lightning speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eOn the field, this period was marked by players who gave the team a real competitive identity. \u003cstrong\u003eFredy Montero\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Colombian striker, was then one of the league's most feared attackers, capable of turning a match around on his own. \u003cstrong\u003eOsvaldo Alonso\u003c\/strong\u003e controlled the midfield with a rigor and combativeness that made him a favorite of the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerald City Supporters\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eKasey Keller\u003c\/strong\u003e, a legendary goalkeeper who retired in 2011 after a remarkable international career, left his mark on this pivotal era of the club. It was a season where Seattle confirmed it was not there just to make up the numbers.\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\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stadium-Filling Machine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2011, the Sounders averaged over 38,000 spectators per home match, a record in MLS at the time. Wearing this away shirt means belonging to a team that redefines American football standards in terms of attendance and popular passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Rivalry with the Portland Timbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n2011 marked the entry of the \u003cstrong\u003ePortland Timbers\u003c\/strong\u003e into MLS, officially igniting one of the \u003cstrong\u003emost intense rivalries in American football\u003c\/strong\u003e: the Cascadia Cup. The Sounders and Timbers met for the first time in official MLS competition that season, giving rise to derbies that thrilled the entire American Northwest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe US Open Cup, a Favorite Hunting Ground\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Sounders won the \u003cstrong\u003eUS Open Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2009, 2010, and 2011 — three consecutive titles that made them the kings of this historic competition. This 2011-2012 away shirt is contemporary with this brilliant domination, an era when Seattle was literally unbeatable in this national cup.\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 one that was actually worn or sold at the time of its production — not a reissue, not a copy made ten years later. The materials, the crests, the flocking, the inside labels: everything speaks of its era. This is what makes all the difference between a fashion item and a true \u003cstrong\u003efootball collector's piece\u003c\/strong\u003e. With Adidas, the finishes from this period are instantly recognizable: ClimaCool, clean stitching, precisely woven badges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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 vintage football is truly exceptional. In this state, the jersey has virtually no visible signs of wear — no fading, no fraying, the markings are impeccable. You receive a piece that has endured more than a decade without aging a bit, and that is rare.\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 Adidas jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e from the 2010s generally fit smaller than modern cuts. A Large from that era often corresponds to a current Medium in terms of morphology, especially around the shoulders and chest. The fit is more tailored, less \"oversized\" than what is seen today on modern reissues. If you are used to contemporary jerseys, take this into account before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore any purchase, measure your own chest circumference and compare it to the actual dimensions of the jersey. Armpit width and total length are the two most important measurements for a football jersey. If you want to wear it for a match or training, aim for your usual size; if you're collecting and want a loose fit, a vintage L should work for most current M\/L body types.\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\u003eSeattle Sounders 2011-12 away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a unique window into the club's golden age of formation. This period lasted only a few seasons before everything changed — Clint Dempsey's arrival, design evolution, stadium naming changes — making these early pieces all the more valuable for anyone who truly follows the Sounders' history. The \u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Xbox\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsor, a technology giant headquartered in Redmond, a suburb of Seattle, gives this jersey a strong local and cultural identity: it's the Silicon Valley of the American Northwest supporting its team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, there aren't many in this state still floating around. \u003cstrong\u003eVintage MLS jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e from this era are still undervalued compared to their European equivalents, making them a real opportunity for savvy collectors who see a rising market. In five years, this kind of piece will be much harder to find, and in this condition, almost impossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eTo Learn More\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\/Seattle_Sounders_FC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eSeattle Sounders FC - 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.mlssoccer.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eMLS Soccer - Official Major League Soccer\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're looking for a jersey that tells the story of modern American football with solid authenticity, this Seattle Sounders 2011-12 away shirt is for you. Go for it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rest of world","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":54012995633427,"sku":"370317","price":69.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2011-12-SEATTLE-SOUNDERS-SHIRT-L-370317_1.jpg?v=1775518669","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2011-12-seattle-sounders-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}