Benfica Home Jersey 2016-17 Adidas Fly Emirates vintage

Benfica 2016-17 Adidas Jersey — The Eagles' Champions League Season

In 2016-17, Sport Lisboa e Benfica competed in another Liga NOS season and once again set out to conquer Europe with clear ambitions. This Adidas home jersey sponsored by Fly Emirates was worn by one of Portuguese football's most consistent teams during a pivotal period in its recent history.

Jersey details

Season: 2016-2017
Club: Benfica
Type: Home
Kit Manufacturer: Adidas
Sponsor: Fly Emirates
Condition: 9/10

What this jersey represents

The 2016-17 season saw Benfica remain one of the most formidable clubs in the Primeira Liga and a strong contender in European football. Under the direction of Rui Vitória, the Lisbon Eagles maintained high standards, with a well-oiled collective organization and a squad built to compete on all fronts. This was also the period during which Adidas supplied the club with kits featuring a strong visual identity, associated with airline Fly Emirates as the main partner.

The squad from that era made Lusitanian football fans dream. Jonas, the Brazilian striker who became a naturalized Portuguese citizen, was one of the top scorers in the Liga NOS and carried Benfica's offensive hopes on his shoulders. Alongside him, Kostas Mitroglou added depth, while in defense, Luisão — the club's historic captain — embodied continuity and experience. In midfield, Pizzi began to establish himself as a key player in Benfica's system.

Moments etched into this jersey

Liga NOS Champions 2016-17
Benfica won the Portuguese championship title that season, confirming their national dominance. It was the club's third consecutive title, a series of performances that perfectly illustrated the solidity of the sporting project implemented under Rui Vitória.

A European journey in the Champions League
The Eagles participated in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League 2016-17, competing against the biggest clubs on the continent in European football's most prestigious competition. Each match at the Luz against European giants was a demonstration of the club's international stature.

Jonas, top scorer in Liga NOS
The Brazilian striker finished this season among the best scorers in the Portuguese championship, confirming his status as a decisive player. His performances at the Estádio da Luz are among the strong memories that supporters directly associate with this jersey.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is an item that has transcended time with the authenticity of its era: original tags, period flocking, and finishes specific to the player or supporter model. It is not a re-edition, it is not a copy — it is the real piece, the one that physically existed during the season in question, produced in limited numbers and increasingly difficult to find in good condition.

This Benfica 2016-17 jersey is in 9/10 condition, which is frankly rare for a piece of this generation. This means it is almost impeccable: no significant visible flaws, the materials are intact, and the overall appearance is that of a jersey that has been cared for properly. For a vintage Adidas collector's jersey, this is the ideal condition.

Vintage size guide

Vintage football jerseys from the 2010s have different cuts than current standards. Adidas models from that era tend to be more fitted and shorter than modern cuts. A vintage M can easily correspond to a current S depending on body types — this is a rule to keep in mind before confirming your order.

Practical advice: measure your chest (circumference around the torso under the armpits) and compare with the actual measurements of the jersey that we provide. If you hesitate between two sizes, take the larger one — a slightly loose vintage jersey always looks better than a too-tight jersey that cannot be worn. Do not hesitate to contact us to get the exact measurements of this item.

Why have it in your collection

Benfica's 2016-17 season is a precise chapter in Portuguese football history: a league title, a confirmed presence on the European stage, and a squad with players who left their mark. Owning this Benfica Adidas home jersey with the Fly Emirates logo is to possess a direct testimony of that period — an item that collectors of vintage Portuguese jerseys and Eagles fans actively seek.

And in 9/10 condition, let's be honest — there aren't many in this state still floating around on the market. Jerseys from this generation have had time to age, be worn, washed, lost, or damaged. This one, no. It's here, almost intact, ready to join a serious collection or to be worn with the pride of a true connoisseur.

To go further

• Benfica - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - Kit History
• UEFA - European Football

This Benfica 2016-17 jersey represents a season of national dominance and European presence captured in an almost perfect condition Adidas piece. If you're a serious collector, you already know its value.