Belgium 2016-17 Adidas Hazard Home Vintage Jersey 3XL

Belgium 2016-17 Adidas Jersey – Eden Hazard at the Peak of His Golden Generation

In 2016-17, Belgium flirted with the status of the world's best team in the FIFA rankings, and this Adidas home jersey is direct evidence of that. Flocked with E. HAZARD, it captures the essence of a generation that sent shivers down the spine of all of Europe. Size 3XL, condition 9/10 — this is prime collector's material.

Jersey Details

Season: 2016-2017
Club: Belgium (National Team)
Type: Home
Manufacturer: Adidas
Flocking: E. HAZARD
Size: 3XL
Condition: 9/10

What This Jersey Represents

The 2016-17 season is the heart of what is known as the Belgian golden generation. A group of players born in the 1990s who grew up together in academies, progressed in parallel in the biggest European clubs, and finally reached collective maturity under the guidance of Roberto Martínez. Belgium was regularly ranked first or second in the FIFA world rankings during this period — an historic achievement for a country of its size.

This Adidas Belgium home jersey embodies the ambition of a group that no longer just wanted to participate in major competitions but to win them. Eden Hazard, whose name graces this jersey, was then one of the best players in the world, recognized by his peers and by the specialized press. Alongside Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Thibaut Courtois, he represented the image of a Belgium that commanded respect across Europe.

Moments Etched in This Jersey

Qualifications for the 2018 World Cup
During this period, Belgium played its qualifying matches for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, Group H, with almost total domination. The team finished top of its group without difficulty, confirming its status as a serious contender for the title.

Hazard, Captain and Leader on the Field
In 2016-17, Eden Hazard returned to his best form at Chelsea after a subdued 2015-16 season, leading the Blues to the Premier League title. This resurgence in form also shone through in his national team performances — he carried the team, created, dribbled past opponents, and made decisions.

De Bruyne, the Metronome Behind the Genius
Kevin De Bruyne was already establishing himself as one of the best midfielders on the planet at Manchester City. The De Bruyne – Hazard duo in the national team represented one of the most formidable technical partnerships in world football at that time.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is an item that was manufactured at the time, using the materials and production techniques of the season concerned. It is not a re-edition, it is not a copy produced ten years later to please nostalgic fans. It is the original — the same technical fabric that Adidas supplied to national kit manufacturers in 2016, the same flocking applied according to official standards of the time.

This one displays a condition of 9/10, which in the world of vintage jerseys represents an almost impeccable piece. No holes, no visible stains, no aggressive fading on the flocking. This is an example that has been well preserved, and it is directly evident in the visual quality of the product.

Vintage Size Guide

Vintage Adidas jerseys from the 2010s, particularly match-cut styles, tend to run smaller than what we are used to today with modern oversized cuts. A vintage 3XL can correspond in some cases to a contemporary XL or XXL depending on the brand and year. Do not rely solely on the label.

Before buying, measure your own chest circumference and compare it with the actual dimensions of the jersey — do not hesitate to contact us for precise measurements. It's better to take two minutes to check than to receive a jersey that doesn't fit over your shoulders.

Why Have It in Your Collection

A Belgium jersey flocked with Hazard from the golden generation is in itself a piece that collectors actively seek. Eden Hazard remains one of the most emblematic figures of Belgian football of all time, and official jerseys from this period — at the heart of Belgium's ascent to the top of the world rankings — have strong symbolic and emotional value. It's not just a jersey; it's a historical document.

And in 9/10 condition, there aren't many available in this state on the market. Examples flocked with an iconic player like Hazard sell quickly as soon as they appear in this kind of condition. The 3XL size adds additional rarity — large sizes are consistently underrepresented in vintage stock, making this a real opportunity for collectors who also want to wear their pieces.

Further Reading

• Belgium National Football Team – Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive – History of Jerseys
• UEFA – European Football

If you're a fan of the Belgian golden generation or simply one of the best players of his decade, this jersey clearly belongs in a fine collection. It's up to you.