West Bromwich Albion 2011-12 Adidas Vintage Away Shirt XL

West Bromwich Albion 2011-12 Away Kit – Adidas & Bodog, a season to remember

The 2011-12 season saw West Bromwich Albion firmly establish themselves in the Premier League under the guidance of Roy Hodgson, and this Adidas away kit is a direct testament to that. Sponsored by Bodog, this jersey displays a strong identity and marks a pivotal era for the Baggies. A solid club jersey, not a giant, but a club that knows what it wants.

Kit Details

Season: 2011-2012
Club: West Bromwich Albion
Type: Away
Kit Manufacturer: Adidas
Sponsor: BODOG
Size: XL

What this jersey represents

In 2011-12, West Brom was consolidating its place in the Premier League after a few turbulent seasons oscillating between the top division and the Championship. The West Midlands club wasn't there just to make up the numbers: under the direction of Roy Hodgson, and then Steve Clarke who took over mid-season, the Baggies delivered a serious campaign and finished in a respectable 10th place in the English league. For a club of this size and with this budget, that's far from insignificant.

On the pitch, Peter Odemwingie was the star – the Nigerian striker was one of the club's most effective players, capable of causing problems for any Premier League defense. Alongside him, players like Shane Long, Graham Dorrans, and the robust Jonas Olsson in defense formed a cohesive unit, which didn't grab media headlines but got the job done week after week. This away kit embodies their sweat, their dedication, and their direct, no-frills football.

Moments etched into this jersey

10th place in the 2011-12 Premier League
West Brom finished in the top half of the table, which was a real achievement for a club with limited resources facing the league's giants. It proved that Steve Clarke's sporting project was working and that the Baggies were no longer just fighting for survival.

Odemwingie, club's top scorer
Peter Odemwingie was West Brom's offensive driving force that season, scoring goals with remarkable consistency. Seeing him celebrate in the away kit against big English clubs is a powerful image from that era.

The Adidas partnership – a clear signature
In 2011-12, Adidas supplied West Brom with jerseys that bore the technical DNA of the three-stripe brand. This away kit is a prime example of Adidas's expertise from that period, with clean finishes and a cut that ages well. That's also part of the value of a vintage jersey: the kit manufacturer matters as much as the club.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is not the same as a replica sold in a supermarket. An authentic jersey is the one actually produced and commercialized at the time, with the original materials, tags, and finishes. Over time, these pieces become rare – especially for clubs like West Brom that don't make headlines, and whose jerseys are less sought after than those of Manchester United or Arsenal.

This Adidas 2011-12 away kit is one such piece: produced in limited numbers at the time, it is now difficult to find in good condition. Its actual condition is not specified in the description, which is common for vintage items – the visible wear of a jersey is part of its history, not its flaws.

Vintage Sizing Guide

Attention, crucial point for vintage jerseys: sizes from that era do not correspond to current standards. An XL from 2011-12 can easily correspond to a modern L, or even an M depending on your body shape. The cuts were more fitted, less oversized than today, and materials tended to shrink slightly with washing.

Before confirming your order, take flat measurements: shoulder to shoulder width, chest circumference, and back length. Then compare them to the actual measurements of the jersey – if you can obtain them. This is the only way to avoid unpleasant surprises and ensure that this West Brom XL collector's jersey truly fits you.

Why have it in your collection

West Bromwich Albion jerseys are clearly undervalued in the vintage market. Big clubs command big prices, and the Baggies unfairly suffer from this logic. However, an Adidas away kit from a Premier League season, with a sponsor like Bodog and a distinct footballing era, is exactly what true collectors look for: rarity, authenticity, and not the inflated price of an overexposed jersey.

This 2011-12 away kit in XL size is a window into a specific period of English football. There aren't hundreds of them lying around in closets or on resale sites – and those that are found are rarely in a condition worth displaying. If you come across this one, you know what it's worth.

To go further

• West Bromwich Albion – Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive – Kit History
• UEFA – European Football

If you want a Premier League jersey that goes off the beaten path and tells a real story of English football, this West Brom 2011-12 is for you. No need to force it – either it speaks to you, or it doesn't.