{"product_id":"2012-14-vfb-stuttgart-shirt","title":"VFB Stuttgart Home Puma Jersey 2012-14 Vintage | 9\/10","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eVFB Stuttgart 2012-14 — The Puma home jersey from the wilderness years\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBetween 2012 and 2014, \u003cstrong\u003eVFB Stuttgart\u003c\/strong\u003e experienced one of the most turbulent periods in its recent Bundesliga history — successive coaches, erratic results, yet a club that remains an institution in German football. This \u003cstrong\u003e2012-14 Puma home jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz Bank\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsorship perfectly captures that moment: the greatness of a historic club facing daily storms.\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 2012-2014\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e VFB Stuttgart\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puma\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition details:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPONSOR: MERCEDES-BENZ BANK — authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey\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 jersey represents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVFB Stuttgart\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Germany's most successful and respected clubs — five Bundesliga titles, one UEFA Cup, a history dating back to 1893. But the 2012-2014 period was particularly turbulent: the club fought for survival, regularly changed coaches, and had to rebuild an ambitious squad after years of underperformance. This is the kind of jersey that doesn't come from a glamorous season, but from a time of \u003cstrong\u003estruggle and character\u003c\/strong\u003e — and often, those are the jerseys that have the most soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eOn the pitch, players like \u003cstrong\u003eMartin Harnik\u003c\/strong\u003e, an Austrian striker as unpredictable as he was formidable, or \u003cstrong\u003eVedad Ibišević\u003c\/strong\u003e, who returned to the club to bring his experience, wore this jersey with pride despite the difficult context. \u003cstrong\u003eGeorg Niedermeier\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the essential defenders of this era in Baden-Württemberg. An imperfect, human team, fighting every match at the \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz Arena\u003c\/strong\u003e in front of supporters who never gave up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eMoments etched in this jersey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2012-13 season and hard-won survival\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStuttgart finished this season in the turbulence zone, far from its former European ambitions. Bundesliga survival was not achieved without cold sweats, and this jersey carries within it those tense afternoons at the Mercedes-Benz Arena where every point counted double.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe coaching merry-go-round\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBetween 2012 and 2014, Stuttgart saw several coaches succeed each other on the bench — a sign of rare institutional instability for a club of this size. This context of constant rebuilding gives this jersey a particular historical dimension: it documents a \u003cstrong\u003epivotal period\u003c\/strong\u003e for VFB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mercedes-Benz Bank partnership, a symbol of a region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz Bank\u003c\/strong\u003e jersey sponsor is not insignificant: Stuttgart is the city of Mercedes, of Porsche, the industrial heart of Baden-Württemberg. This link between the club and the German automotive flagship tells something profound about the identity of this club and this city — excellence as a permanent ambition, even in difficult times.\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 a piece that actually existed in the locker rooms, in the stands, in the supporter sections. It's not an industrial reproduction made to please everyone: it's an object of its time, with its period finishes, its original labels, its fabric that ages gracefully. The difference is felt to the touch, seen with the eye — an authentic jersey has a \u003cstrong\u003ehistorical density\u003c\/strong\u003e that no replica can imitate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one is in \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e — which is exceptional for a piece from this era. This means it is almost impeccable, with no major visible flaws, and all its original characteristics preserved. For a jersey that is over ten years old, this is the kind of condition that doesn't often appear at flea markets. The \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz Bank sponsor\u003c\/strong\u003e is clearly present, crisp, legible — all elements are there, nothing has been removed or modified.\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;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Puma jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e from this era generally run smaller than modern standards. A 2012 S often corresponds to what is now called a fitted XS, or a very slim fit S. The fabric of the time is also less stretchy than current technical materials, which further accentuates this tight-fitting effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore ordering, measure your chest circumference and compare it with the actual measurements of this jersey — feel free to contact us if you have any doubts. A collector's jersey is meant to be worn with pleasure, and a wrong size choice would be a shame for a piece in this condition. It's better to take five minutes to check than to miss out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhy you should have it in your collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVFB Stuttgart\u003c\/strong\u003e remains one of the most collected clubs in German football, yet its jerseys from the 2012-2014 period are much less common than those from its glory years — the 2006-07 season, championship title, the era of Gomez and company. This is precisely the appeal: this \u003cstrong\u003e2012-14 Puma home jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a less told, less commercialized, and therefore rarer page in the \u003cstrong\u003evintage football jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e market. Serious collectors know that it's often the pieces from difficult seasons that become the most sought after over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 9\/10 condition, it's an additional rarity. There aren't many in this condition on the market — most jerseys from this period that are still circulating have been well-worn, often damaged by repeated washes, peeled flocking, fading sponsors. This one has arrived in a state that commands respect. If you're looking for a \u003cstrong\u003eBundesliga collector's jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e that stands out from the beaten path while coming from a club with a solid track record, this is exactly what you need.\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\/VfB_Stuttgart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eVFB Stuttgart - 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 - Jersey History\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;\"\u003eThis jersey won't be available for long — pieces in 9\/10 condition from this era are quickly snapped up by those who know what they're looking for. It's up to you to decide whether to let it pass or add it to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VFB Stuttgart","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":54009534841107,"sku":"248954","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2012-14-VFB-STUTTGART-SHIRT-S-248954_5.jpg?v=1775382958","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2012-14-vfb-stuttgart-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}