Benfica Away Jersey 2017-18 Adidas Vintage - Collector's Item

Benfica Away Kit 2017-18 Adidas — The year the Eagles soared over Europe

The 2017-2018 Benfica season was that of a club playing in the big leagues while experiencing internal turmoil. This Adidas away kit sponsored by Fly Emirates carries all the tension of a Champions League season fiercely contested — and you can feel it.

Kit Details

Season: 2017-2018
Club: Benfica
Type: Away
Kit manufacturer: Adidas
Sponsor: FLY EMIRATES
Condition: 8/10
State: TINY HOLE, LITTLE PULLS, SLIGHTLY USED PRINTINGS, LITTLE SPOTS — authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey

What this jersey represents

In 2017-2018, Sport Lisboa e Benfica was a regular in the UEFA Champions League group stages. The Lisbon club was one of those teams no one wanted to face away from home, whether at the Estádio da Luz or on the road. That season, Benfica was drawn into a group with Manchester United, FC Basel, and CSKA Moscow — a tough, tough draw.

Domestically, the club had a complicated season, challenged by FC Porto and Sporting CP in the race for the Primeira Liga title. But away from home, wearing this kit, the Eagles remained a team that never traveled as tourists. The locker room atmosphere was electric, and it showed in every European match.

Moments etched into this jersey

The confrontation against Manchester United in the Champions League
Benfica was drawn in the same group as José Mourinho's Red Devils in the 2017-18 Champions League group stage. These huge fixtures highlighted the defensive robustness and technical quality of Rui Vitória's players against one of Europe's most talked-about teams.

Pizzi, Jonas, Salvio — the trio that hurt opponents
Eduardo Salvio, always incisive on his wing, Jonas up front with his undeniable goal-scoring flair, and Pizzi as the technical playmaker — these three were the standout men for Benfica at that time. This Adidas away kit saw them perform in the Champions League and Portuguese league with impressive consistency.

Rui Vitória at the helm of an ambitious squad
Coach Rui Vitória led this Benfica team with the ambition of a man who wanted to write his name in the club's history. His 2017-18 season was that of a squad determined to prove that the Eagles could compete with the best teams on the continent, even away from the Luz.

Authentic vs Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is a piece that existed — not a cheap, mass-produced tourist shop souvenir. It's the same model worn by players or distributed to the most loyal fans, designed with the materials and cuts of the era, without compromising on Adidas quality.

This one is in 8/10 condition with some real signs of wear: a tiny snag, slight pulls on the fabric, slightly worn printings, and a few small spots. These aren't flaws — they are proof that this 2017-18 Benfica jersey has lived, perhaps worn in a stand, on a local pitch, or simply cherished by someone who truly loved this club.

Vintage Size Guide

The sizes of vintage Adidas jerseys from the 2010s don't always correspond to current standards. An XS from that era can be even more fitted than a modern XS, especially with away cuts designed to be worn tight. Don't rely solely on the label: measure, compare, and check.

Before confirming your order, grab your tape measure and note your chest width, shoulder-to-hem length, and shoulder width. Then compare with a jersey you already own and feel comfortable in. This collector's size XS jersey is ideally suited for a chest measurement of approximately 84-88 cm — perfect for a slim build or for use as a framed collector's item.

Why have it in your collection

The 2017-18 Benfica away kit has not been produced for years. Adidas changes its models every season, stocks run out, and pieces still in good condition are becoming increasingly rare. For a collector of vintage Portuguese football jerseys or a fan of the Eagles, this is exactly the kind of piece a serious collection is missing — a memorable European season, a premium kit manufacturer, a recognizable sponsor.

In 8/10 condition, this jersey remains in very good shape for its age and history. There aren't many in this condition still floating around on the market — most are either too damaged to be worn proudly, or hidden in closets and never put up for sale. This one is available now. And you don't miss opportunities like this.

To go further

• Benfica — Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive — History of kits
• UEFA — European Football

This 2017-18 Adidas Benfica away kit is a piece of Portuguese football history within reach. If you're a fan of the Eagles or simply a lover of beautiful vintage pieces, you know what you have to do.