{"product_id":"2016-real-salt-lake-shirt","title":"Real Salt Lake 2016 Adidas vintage MLS collector jersey","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eReal Salt Lake 2016 – The Adidas MLS jersey from the end of the world\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 2016, \u003cstrong\u003eReal Salt Lake\u003c\/strong\u003e was going through a pivotal season in the \u003cstrong\u003eMLS\u003c\/strong\u003e Western Conference, far from the European spotlight but with a club identity deeply rooted in Utah. This \u003cstrong\u003evintage Adidas Real Salt Lake 2016 jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsored by \u003cstrong\u003eLifeVantage\u003c\/strong\u003e is a piece of American soccer for your collection — rare, authentic, and straight from the Major League Soccer fields.\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\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real Salt Lake (MLS, USA)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adidas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e LifeVantage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly worn on the prints and logo sticker, stained collar — authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey, not a pristine, sealed jersey.\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\u003eReal Salt Lake\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most atypical clubs in \u003cstrong\u003eMajor League Soccer\u003c\/strong\u003e. Founded in 2005 and based in Sandy, Utah, it has built a strong soccer culture in a state not exactly known for its love of the beautiful game. In \u003cstrong\u003e2016\u003c\/strong\u003e, the club played in the Western Conference and fought match after match to secure a playoff spot — what MLS purists call the \u003cstrong\u003eMLS Cup Playoffs\u003c\/strong\u003e. This context of permanent struggle is exactly what this jersey embodies in its seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThat season, the RSL squad relied on players like \u003cstrong\u003eKyle Beckerman\u003c\/strong\u003e, the emblematic captain with iconic dreadlocks, an undeniable presence in the midfield for years. \u003cstrong\u003eNick Rimando\u003c\/strong\u003e, the legendary goalkeeper of the franchise, was also in goal. These are the men who graced the pitches of \u003cstrong\u003eRio Tinto Stadium\u003c\/strong\u003e with this jersey on their backs, in an atmosphere that RSL supporters know how to make electric.\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\u003eKyle Beckerman, always there\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2016, Beckerman continued to embody the soul of Real Salt Lake in midfield, with that vision and leadership that made him one of the franchise's key figures. Wearing this jersey is also a tribute to his exceptional longevity in MLS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNick Rimando, legendary goalkeeper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRecord holder for goalkeeper wins in MLS, Rimando was behind the RSL defense again this season. His track record with the club, including the \u003cstrong\u003e2009 MLS Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e title, remains the absolute reference in the club's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifeVantage on the chest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sponsor \u003cstrong\u003eLifeVantage\u003c\/strong\u003e, a nutritional supplement company based in Utah, embodies the strong link between the club and its local territory. A detail that gives this jersey a unique regional and identity dimension among collectible MLS jerseys.\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 jersey fresh off a printer in 2024 with perfect flocking and stiff fabric. It's an item that has lived — or almost — and whose imperfections tell a story. The \u003cstrong\u003eAdidas\u003c\/strong\u003e finishes of the time, the ClimaCool or ClimaLite technologies depending on the versions, the quality of the fabric specifically designed for playing conditions: all this, you get in an authentic jersey, not in a copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis jersey is in \u003cstrong\u003e7\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e: the prints are slightly worn, the logo sticker shows its age, and the collar has some marks. This is precisely what proves that it's not a fake from a box. A real game-worn jersey, not a museum piece under glass — and that's its charm as an \u003cstrong\u003eMLS collector's jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esizing of vintage Adidas jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e from the 2010s does not exactly match current standards. A \u003cstrong\u003esize M\u003c\/strong\u003e from 2016 often fits tighter than a modern M, with more fitted cuts and narrower shoulders. If you are used to contemporary oversized or relaxed fit cuts, take this into account before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThe right thing to do: measure your chest width in centimeters and compare it with the actual measurements of the jersey — don't hesitate to contact us for exact dimensions. For a \u003cstrong\u003evintage size M jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e from this era, you generally need a chest up to 100-104 cm for proper comfort, but always check before buying.\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\u003eVintage MLS jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e are still largely underrated in European collections — and that's exactly why now is the right time to get interested in them. \u003cstrong\u003eReal Salt Lake\u003c\/strong\u003e is a club with a real track record and history, not a transient club. An \u003cstrong\u003eAdidas RSL 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e jersey is a piece that represents a specific era of American soccer in full structuring, with players who have left their mark on the league. Rare in Europe, even rarer in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 7\/10 condition, this jersey remains very decent for a piece that has clearly been worn — the marks are there, but nothing that disfigures the item. There aren't many circulating in this condition on the European market for \u003cstrong\u003evintage collector's football jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want something original, far from the beaten path of big European clubs, this is exactly the kind of piece you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eTo go further\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\/Real_Salt_Lake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eReal Salt Lake – 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 – Jersey History\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mlssoccer.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eMLS Soccer – Official Major League Soccer\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 — far from the usual classics — this Real Salt Lake 2016 Adidas is for you. It's your turn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rest of world","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":54012992913683,"sku":"370496","price":44.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2016-REAL-SALT-LAKE-SHIRT-M-370496_1.jpg?v=1775518636","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2016-real-salt-lake-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}