{"product_id":"2016-17-utrecht-shirt","title":"FC Utrecht Away Hummel 2016-17 Vintage Shirt - 9\/10","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eFC Utrecht Away Jersey 2016-17 — Hummel, the Season of Renewal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e2016-17\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFC Utrecht\u003c\/strong\u003e experienced one of those seasons that leaves a lasting impression on a fanbase: an \u003cstrong\u003eEredivisie\u003c\/strong\u003e finish that rekindled the club's European ambitions, and a \u003cstrong\u003eHummel away jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e that stood out for its meticulous design. This jersey didn't go unnoticed in the stands of the Galgenwaard, and it shouldn't go unnoticed in your collection either.\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 2016-2017\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e FC Utrecht\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hummel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\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;\"\u003eFC Utrecht in 2016-17 was a club rebuilding its identity on the Dutch scene. Far from being an anecdotal outsider, Utrecht that season was a team that earned points both at home and away, laying the groundwork for a historic European qualification the following season. The \u003cstrong\u003eGalgenwaard\u003c\/strong\u003e, their home ground, is one of the loudest stadiums in the Netherlands, and the popular enthusiasm for the club remained strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eOn the pitch, players like \u003cstrong\u003eSébastien Haller\u003c\/strong\u003e began to make a name for themselves in the \u003cstrong\u003eEredivisie\u003c\/strong\u003e, wearing this away jersey with an energy that foreshadowed the great career awaiting him in Europe. Midfielder \u003cstrong\u003eWillem Janssen\u003c\/strong\u003e, the emblematic captain, embodied the soul of this club — solid, combative, and deeply rooted in its identity. This Hummel jersey was their everyday attire away from home, their armor on the road.\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\u003eAn FC Utrecht Feared by All Away From Home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2016-17, Utrecht didn't concede easily away from home. This away jersey saw action across Dutch stadiums, worn by a team that played without complex against the Eredivisie giants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaller, the Launchpad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSébastien Haller\u003c\/strong\u003e had an Eredivisie season that attracted the attention of European scouts. Every goal, every performance in the away jersey enhanced his reputation and the club's international visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummel's Return to Prominent Dutch Locker Rooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe partnership between \u003cstrong\u003eHummel\u003c\/strong\u003e and Utrecht at that time also signified a Danish kit manufacturer regaining prominence in European football. The Hummel chevrons on an Eredivisie jersey had a special flavor for connoisseurs of \u003cstrong\u003evintage Dutch football\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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;\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003evintage authentic jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e is the version worn — or at least made to be worn — by professionals. The finishes are different: technical fabrics, tailored fits, meticulous embroidery. This is what separates a true collector's jersey from a simple reproduction sold in a supermarket. On an \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Hummel jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e, every detail — from the chevrons to the inner labels — tells a true story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one boasts a \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, which, in the vintage world, is almost luxurious. Virtually no visible signs of wear, colors that have retained their vibrancy, intact seams. For a match jersey approaching a decade in existence, this is an absolute rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eVintage Sizing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e do not follow modern standards. A \u003cstrong\u003e2016-17 size S\u003c\/strong\u003e might correspond to a current XS depending on the brand and country of manufacture. Hummel at that time tended to cut rather slim, with fits designed for professional footballers' builds — broad shoulders, tapered waist. Don't rely solely on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore purchasing, measure your chest circumference and compare it with the actual dimensions of the jersey (available on the product page). A simple rule: if you're between two sizes, take the larger one. Better a slightly loose jersey than one you can't put on without forcing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhy Have It in Your Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJerseys from Dutch clubs outside Ajax, PSV, and Feyenoord\u003c\/strong\u003e are notoriously underrepresented in vintage jersey collections. An \u003cstrong\u003eFC Utrecht Hummel 2016-17 away jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e in perfect condition is exactly the kind of piece a serious collection lacks. Dutch football has a strong jersey culture, and Utrecht is an integral part of it. It's not a second-tier club — it's a historic member of the Eredivisie with its own identity and passionate fanbase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, this jersey is in a state that is no longer easy to find. There aren't many like it still around in this condition — most jerseys from this generation have been worn, washed, and show their age. This one does not. It's an intact window into the 2016-17 season, ready to join a collection that deserves the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eTo Learn More\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\/FC_Utrecht\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eFC Utrecht - 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 - Kit 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;\"\u003eIf you're looking for a jersey that truly stands out, if you want authentic Eredivisie with a kit manufacturer that has character — you're in the right place. It's your move.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other Dutch Clubs","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":54011376533779,"sku":"368188","price":34.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2016-17-UTRECHT-SHIRT-S-368188_1.jpg?v=1775480718","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2016-17-utrecht-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}