{"product_id":"2016-17-vfl-bochum-longsleeve-shirt","title":"VfL Bochum Home Nike 2016-17 Long-Sleeve Jersey","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eVfL Bochum 2016-17 Nike Long Sleeve Jersey — When the 2. Bundesliga Had a Soul\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 2016-17, \u003cstrong\u003eVfL Bochum\u003c\/strong\u003e still graced the pitches of the \u003cstrong\u003e2. Bundesliga\u003c\/strong\u003e, the German second division, with this \u003cstrong\u003elong-sleeve Nike home jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsored by GUT. A popular club jersey, for daily struggle, for football without frills — exactly what true football fans look for in a vintage collection.\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 VfL Bochum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nike\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e GUT\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e L Boys (children's size)\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;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVfL Bochum\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of those German clubs that has been part of the football landscape for generations. Founded in 1848 — yes, you read that right — this club from the \u003cstrong\u003eRuhr\u003c\/strong\u003e had its glory days in the Bundesliga in the 70s and 80s, before navigating between the first and second divisions for two decades. In 2016-17, Bochum played in the \u003cstrong\u003e2. Bundesliga\u003c\/strong\u003e, seeking to return to the top flight with determination and a squad built to fight every weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThat season, the club was coached by \u003cstrong\u003eJens Rasiejewski\u003c\/strong\u003e, and then took a new tactical turn during the year. Players like \u003cstrong\u003eAnthony Losilla\u003c\/strong\u003e, captain and combative midfielder who became a true club icon, wore this jersey with pride. We also find \u003cstrong\u003eRobbie Kruse\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Australian international, and \u003cstrong\u003eLennart Thy\u003c\/strong\u003e in attack. It's not the cream of the Bundesliga, but it's honest, committed football, played in front of a \u003cstrong\u003eVonovia Ruhrstadion\u003c\/strong\u003e that never really empties, even in the second division.\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\u003eA club rooted in the industrial Ruhr\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVfL Bochum has never been a superficial club. It represents a working-class city, a strong identity, local football. In 2016-17, the stands of the Vonovia Ruhrstadion remained among the hottest in the German second division, with a fan loyalty that shames many Bundesliga clubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnthony Losilla, the soul of the team\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrench-Spanish player Anthony Losilla is the perfect symbol of this era in Bochum: discreet in the media, irreplaceable on the field. A hard-working midfielder, he embodies the grit and consistency required in the 2. Bundesliga season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNike and GUT sponsorship — a typically German combo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGUT\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsor on this jersey marks a human-scale club football, far from mega commercial deals. Coupled with the \u003cstrong\u003eNike\u003c\/strong\u003e swoosh from the mid-2010s era, this long-sleeve jersey exudes a rare authenticity that makes all the charm of pieces from this generation.\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;\"\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic vintage jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e is not a souvenir from a factory outlet three months ago. It's a garment that lived in its era — whether in the stands, in the locker room, or in the club's official store. The finishes, the internal tags, the period flocking: all of this tells a story that the replica cannot reproduce, regardless of its quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one shows a \u003cstrong\u003econdition of 9\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is frankly excellent for a jersey from this era. No excessive fading, no pulled threads, no visible snags. It's the kind of piece that feels barely used, probably carefully preserved since its release. For a collector, this is exactly what one hopes to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eVintage Size Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eVfL Bochum long-sleeve jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e is listed as \u003cstrong\u003eL Boys size\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is a large children's fit. In Nike's nomenclature of the time, an L Boys corresponds approximately to a size for a 12-13 year old child, with a chest circumference around 75-80 cm. For an adult, this size should be considered an XS or even a crop style piece — it all depends on your body type and how you want to wear it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe classic advice: before confirming your order, take a measuring tape and measure your chest flat, as well as the length of your torso. Then compare with the exact measurements of the product. A poorly fitting vintage jersey is immediately noticeable — and it's a shame for a piece in this condition. If in doubt about precise measurements, do not hesitate to contact the shop directly.\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;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003evintage VfL Bochum jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e remains an underrated piece in the retro football market. Big clubs like Bayern, Dortmund or Schalke dominate the showcases and drive up prices. Bochum, meanwhile, remains discreet — which makes it a real opportunity for the astute collector who wants to stand out with an authentic piece of \u003cstrong\u003eGerman second division football\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 2. Bundesliga of the 2010s is an entire part of German football history still too underrepresented in collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eAnd with a \u003cstrong\u003econdition of 9\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e, you know exactly what you're buying: a near-new piece, ready to be displayed or proudly worn. There aren't many in this condition, especially for a long-sleeve model that generally wears out faster at the wrists and elbows. This one has obviously been cherished — it's now or never.\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\/VfL_Bochum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eVfL Bochum - 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 - History of jerseys\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;\"\u003eA fighting club's jersey, worn by a fighting team — in a condition just waiting to join a serious collection. It's up to you to see if you're ready for the Ruhr.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vfl Bochum","offers":[{"title":"L. BOYS","offer_id":54009679249683,"sku":"337122","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2016-17-VFL-BOCHUM-LONGSLEEVE-SHIRT-L-BOYS-337122_1.jpg?v=1775402015","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2016-17-vfl-bochum-longsleeve-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}