Hertha Berlin Away Nike 2013-14 Vintage Jersey | Condition 9/10

Hertha Berlin 2013-14 — The Nike away shirt that screams Bundesliga return

The 2013-14 season marked Hertha BSC's grand return to Germany's football elite, after a direct promotion from the 2. Bundesliga. This vintage Nike Hertha Berlin away kit with the sponsor Deutsche Bahn (DB) embodies a club that was knocking on the door of the big leagues — and was there to stay.

Shirt details

Season: 2013-2014
Club: Hertha BSC Berlin
Type: Away
Kit manufacturer: Nike
Sponsor: DB (Deutsche Bahn)
Size: M
Condition: 9/10

What this shirt represents

The 2013-14 season was a pivotal one in Hertha BSC's recent history. The Berlin club had just finished as champions of 2. Bundesliga in 2012-13, securing a direct return to the top flight after a painful relegation. Coming back to the Bundesliga after a season in the antechamber is always a strong signal — especially for a club that claims to be the club of the German capital. This Nike away jersey perfectly represents that moment: a club standing tall, determined, wanting to establish itself among the greats.

The sponsor Deutsche Bahn, a German national company and historical partner of the club at that time, anchors this jersey in a strong and authentic Berlin identity. In the stands of the Olympiastadion, one of Europe's most mythical venues with its 74,000 seats, Hertha supporters cheered proudly wearing these colors away from home. This shirt is a piece of that season of reconstruction and regained pride.

The men who wore this shirt

Sandro Wagner — Hertha's offensive force
The German striker was one of the key players in the Hertha squad during this Bundesliga return season. His physical power and goal-scoring ability were crucial in the key matches played in this away kit.

Änis Ben-Hatira — Hertha's creativity
The Tunisian-German attacking midfielder was one of the most technical players in Jos Luhukay's squad. His ability to make a difference in away games made him a regular wearer of this away kit.

Peter Niemeyer — The midfield general
Captain and a locker room leader, Niemeyer embodied the spirit of solidarity and fighting spirit that Hertha displayed in their travels. The kind of player to whom this warrior-like away jersey perfectly suited.

Moments etched into this shirt

A confident return to the Bundesliga
Hertha BSC was not returning just to make up the numbers. From the very first matchdays of the 2013-14 season, the club sent a clear message: this team had the mental fortitude to stay in the top flight. Every away trip in the away kit was a successful test of character.

The Olympiastadion as a fortress, Germany as a hunting ground
Playing away in the Bundesliga, against Borussia, Bayern, and other Schalke, is a different world. This Nike away kit was worn in mythical German football stadiums, against hostile crowds and formidable opponents — and Hertha did not falter.

A strong Nike identity
The partnership between Hertha BSC and Nike at that time produced jerseys with a true technical signature. Carefully crafted cuts, neat finishes — and this 2013-14 away shirt is one of the cleanest representatives you can find today.

Authentic vs Replica

A vintage authentic jersey is a shirt that was made to be worn — not to be sold in millions of copies in sports supermarket aisles. The cut, the materials, the finishes, everything is designed for the field or for near-field use. The difference with a replica can be felt by hand and seen with the naked eye: the seams, the flocking, the kit manufacturer's details. Here, we're talking about an authentic Nike Hertha BSC 2013-14 — not a copy, not an imitation.

With a stated condition of 9/10, this jersey is in exceptional condition for an item over ten years old. No noticeable fading, no visible flaws, the graphic elements are intact. This is exactly the kind of piece serious collectors look for: an authentic vintage in perfect condition, ready to be displayed or proudly worn.

Vintage sizing guide

Vintage Nike jerseys from the 2010s follow sizing patterns that might surprise you if you order without checking. A size M from that era often corresponds to a modern S or S/M, depending on body types. The cut was more fitted, closer to the body — in the tradition of match jerseys from that decade. If you are used to modern oversized cuts or current jerseys with generous room, take this into account before confirming your order.

Practical advice: measure your chest circumference and compare it with the flat measurements of the jersey. Generally, for a vintage Nike M from that era, you're looking at a shoulder-to-shoulder width of around 46-48 cm and a chest circumference of 90-96 cm when laid flat. If you're between sizes, always refer to the actual measurements rather than the labels — that's the golden rule of vintage football jerseys.

Why have it in your collection

The Hertha BSC 2013-14 away shirt ticks all the boxes of a smart collector's item. It's a historic Bundesliga club, a premium kit manufacturer, a symbolic season, and an away kit — traditionally rarer than home kits because fewer are produced and worn. Away jerseys of German teams from this era are starting to become seriously rare on the secondary market, and those in good condition are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

In 9/10 condition, it's a gem. There aren't many in this condition on the market — most examples you'll come across on resale platforms show signs of wear, damaged flocking, or impossible-to-ignore stains. This one is different. It's the kind of piece you hang on a hanger, show to people who know their stuff, and which will never disappoint.

To go further

• Hertha Berlin - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - Kit History
• UEFA - European Football

If you're looking for a vintage Hertha Berlin away kit in impeccable condition to complete a serious collection or just treat yourself to a piece of 2010s Bundesliga, you won't find better than this. It's yours for the taking.