VFB Stuttgart Away Shirt 2013-14 Puma Vintage | 9/10

VFB Stuttgart 2013-14 Away Shirt – Puma, Mercedes-Benz Bank Sponsor

Stuttgart, 2013-14 season: the Swabian club fought for survival in the Bundesliga while Puma designed a sleek and understated away shirt, adorned with the Mercedes-Benz Bank sponsor, a symbol of the region's economic fabric. A vintage VFB Stuttgart shirt from this era is raw, unembellished German football—just like the club itself.

Shirt Details

Season: 2013-2014
Club: VFB Stuttgart
Type: Away
Kit Manufacturer: Puma
Condition: 9/10
State: Mercedes-Benz Bank sponsor visible — authentic wear of a worn vintage shirt, in remarkable condition for its age

What this shirt represents

The 2013-14 VFB Stuttgart season was one of the most tense in the club's recent history. After years of being serious Bundesliga outsiders and regular participants in European competitions in the early 2000s, VFB went through a difficult period, marked by sporting instability and erratic results. The Swabian club, founded in 1893, nevertheless remains one of the most respected institutions in German football—five-time German champions, one-time UEFA Cup winner in 1989.

On the field, this season saw players like Martin Harnik, the combative Austrian striker, and Christian Gentner, the emblematic captain who came through the club's academy, proudly wear this jersey despite the turbulence. The atmosphere at the Mercedes-Benz Arena remained passionate, loyal to a fanbase that never abandoned its team, even in difficult times. It is precisely this context—a season without glamour but filled with real passion—that gives this shirt its particular character.

Moments etched in this jersey

A season of Bundesliga survival
Stuttgart finished the 2013-14 season in a delicate position in the standings, confirming the structural difficulties the club faced during this period. Staying up remained the primary objective, far from the European ambitions of yesteryear—a hard reality to swallow for a club of this stature.

The resilience of historical key players
Christian Gentner, midfielder and soul of the locker room, alone embodies the VFB identity during this period: trained at the club, returned after a stint at Wolfsburg, he wears the captain's armband with the conviction of those who know what this jersey represents. On the away pitches, this Puma shirt accompanies every trip, every battle fought far from the Cannstatter Kurva.

The Stuttgart – Mercedes-Benz link, much more than a sponsorship
Seeing Mercedes-Benz Bank emblazoned on this shirt is to understand something essential about Stuttgart: the city has always been the home of the car manufacturer, and this partnership is not just a commercial contract. It is a strong regional identity, etched into the fibers of this Puma textile for eternity.

Authentic vs. Replica

A vintage authentic shirt is not the same as a retail replica. An authentic one is the model actually sold at the time, with original materials, Puma finishes from 2013-14, and labeling details that tell a story. You are holding an object that existed during that specific season, not a reproduction made years later to satisfy market nostalgia.

This one is rated 9/10 — an exceptional condition for a Bundesliga collector's shirt over ten years old. No significant fading, no torn flocking, no hidden holes: this shirt has been carefully preserved and it shows. In the world of vintage footwear, a 9/10 is what every collector seeks but doesn't always find.

Vintage Sizing Guide

Vintage Puma jerseys from the 2010s generally run smaller than current standards. An S from that era often corresponds to an XS or a very fitted S by modern measurements. Don't rely solely on the label: the football cuts of that generation were designed for a tight fit, in the spirit of the technical gear of the time.

Before ordering, measure your shoulder width and chest circumference, then compare with the flat measurements of the jersey if available. Generally, if you wear a modern M, a vintage Puma S might fit you very well—but it's better to check than to regret. A collector's jersey in the wrong size is an avoidable frustration.

Why have it in your collection

The VFB Stuttgart 2013-14 away shirt is not the kind of item you see everywhere on resale platforms. Stuttgart doesn't have the media overexposure of Bayern or Borussia Dortmund, which makes its jerseys from this period all the rarer to find in good condition. For a serious collector of vintage Bundesliga jerseys, this is exactly the type of item that makes a difference: a great historical club, a memorable season, an iconic kit manufacturer—Puma has dressed Stuttgart for decades—and an emblematic local sponsor.

Let's be honest, there aren't many in this condition on the market. A collector's jersey in 9/10 condition after more than ten years is the kind of thing that quickly disappears from the shelves. Whether you're a VFB fan, a collector of vintage Puma jerseys, or simply a lover of authentic German football, this piece checks all the boxes without compromise.

To go further

• VFB Stuttgart - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - Kit History
• UEFA - European Football

If you're looking for an authentic Bundesliga shirt that's off the beaten path, you've come to the right place—the VFB Stuttgart 2013-14 is pure German football in a decade-old Puma casing.