Hamburg Away Adidas 2016-18 Gregoritsch vintage jersey

Hamburg 2016-18 Adidas Away Kit — The Gregoritsch print for purists

Between 2016 and 2018, Hamburger SV lived life on the edge in the Bundesliga — every season a fierce struggle not to fall, every match an existential battle. This Adidas Hamburg away kit with Gregoritsch printed on the back perfectly captures that dramatic tension, that of a legendary club fighting for its survival in the German elite.

Kit Details

Season: 2016-2018
Club: Hamburg
Type: Away
Manufacturer: Adidas
Sponsor: FLY EMIRATES
Condition: 8/10

What this kit represents

Hamburger SV is a unique club in German football history. Founded in 1887, it was the only club never to have left the Bundesliga since its creation in 1963 — a legendary streak that ended in 2018, the fateful date that precisely closes the period covered by this kit. Owning this away kit means holding a fragment of HSV's last seasons in the top flight, when the famous clock at the Volksparkstadion was still ticking.

On the pitch, these two 2016-2018 seasons were synonymous with a permanent struggle against relegation. The squad included players like Michael Gregoritsch, an Austrian striker with an atypical profile — tall, technical, capable of both brilliance and mediocrity — but also players such as Bobby Wood, Nicolai Müller, and Lewis Holtby. A talented team, but one that lacked consistency to establish itself comfortably in mid-table.

Moments etched into this kit

The unbeaten streak that drags on... until the fall
Throughout this period, HSV played every match with the absolute record of Bundesliga membership as a backdrop. The psychological pressure on the players and staff was immense; this Adidas away kit was worn in matches where every point was a matter of historical survival.

Gregoritsch, the man for the big nights despite everything
The Austrian number 11, whose name is on this kit, scored important goals for HSV before moving to Augsburg and then other clubs. The fact that his name is printed on an authentic kit from this era makes it both a personal and historically rooted piece for any serious collector.

FLY EMIRATES, a partnership rooted in HSV's modern era
The FLY EMIRATES sponsor on the chest of the kit symbolizes the era of major commercial partnerships that the club tried to cultivate despite its sporting difficulties. This instantly recognizable logo is a strong visual signature of this specific period for the Hamburg club.

Authentic vs Replica

A vintage authentic kit like this has nothing to do with a fan replica. This is the version worn or directly inspired by the pitch: a more fitted cut, technical Adidas Climalite fabrics, careful finishing on the embroideries and logos. It's an item designed for performance, not for the stands — and you feel it immediately when you hold it in your hand.

This one is advertised in 8/10 condition, which is very solid for a piece from this era. No major fading, the embroideries are intact, the Gregoritsch print is legible and well-preserved. It's the kind of kit you can wear with pride or display in a collection without hesitation.

Vintage Size Guide

Adidas kits from this generation — mid-2010s — generally have a more fitted cut than current productions. A vintage size L often corresponds to a contemporary M/L depending on your body shape and preferred fit. If you usually wear a modern slim-fit L, this kit should fit you perfectly. If you prefer a looser fit, consider this difference before confirming your order.

The best way to avoid unpleasant surprises: take a kit you already wear and measure the shoulder width flat and the chest circumference. Then compare with the precise measurements available on the product sheet. Two minutes of checking, and you avoid an unnecessary return — and you protect a piece that deserves to be handled with care.

Why have it in your collection

HSV 2016-2018 is one of the most emotionally charged periods in recent German football history. This century-old club resisting relegation season after season before finally falling in 2018 — it's a tragic epic worthy of great sports stories. An Adidas Hamburg away kit with Gregoritsch printed on the back from this era is an object that tells a powerful story, beyond the mere fabric. Collectors interested in vintage Bundesliga and clubs with history are looking for precisely this type of piece: rare, contextualized, and full of meaning.

In 8/10 condition, this kit is in a state that is becoming increasingly rare for this generation of Adidas products. Years pass, items get damaged, lost, or never reappear on the secondary market. There aren't many in this condition with this specific print — Gregoritsch is not a name you come across every other day on an authentic HSV kit from this period. When you see one, you grab it or you regret it.

To go further

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

If you collect kits from clubs with real history and seasons that truly matter — this HSV 2016-18 away kit definitely has a place in your rotation. It's an honest, well-preserved piece that speaks volumes about a pivotal era in German football.