Hertha Berlin Away Shirt Nike 2017-18 Vintage | L

Hertha Berlin 2017-18 — The Berlin Bundesliga Nike Away Kit

In 2017-18, Hertha Berlin established itself as a reliable fixture in the Bundesliga, far from the turbulences that had long shaken the capital club. This Nike away kit is a direct witness to this period of stabilization — an authentic football item, worn, lived-in, and now extremely rare to find in good condition.

Kit Details

Season: 2017-2018
Club: Hertha Berlin
Type: Away
Kit Manufacturer: Nike
Size: L
Condition: 8/10
State: SLIGHTLY USED PRINTINGS, LITTLE PULLS — authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey, signs of life that confirm this jersey was never kept in a drawer

What this jersey represents

The 2017-18 season of Hertha BSC falls within a particularly interesting phase in the club's history. After narrowly avoiding relegation several times in previous years, Hertha Berlin under coach Pal Dardai — himself an iconic former player of the club — transformed into a solid, organized, hard-to-play-against team. The club finished this season in a respectable 8th place in the Bundesliga, confirming its place among the stable teams in the German league.

This was also a time when quality players wore the club's colors. Salomon Kalou, the Ivorian forward who played for Chelsea, was one of the team's strong attacking players. Vedad Ibišević, an experienced goal scorer, brought his goal-scoring prowess and international experience. In midfield, Ondřej Duda began to make a name for himself in the German capital. This away kit is the one they wore in Bundesliga stadiums, against Bayern, Dortmund, Schalke — the great cathedrals of German football.

Moments etched in this jersey

The Dardai project, backbone of the renewal
Pal Dardai, a Hungarian who became a club legend with over 280 matches, embodied at that time the continuity and identity of Hertha. His rigorous defensive method and his attachment to the club's values transformed a fragile team into a difficult-to-break block in the Bundesliga.

Kalou and Ibišević, the duo that scares defenses
In 2017-18, the complementarity between Kalou, a dribbler and penetrator, and Ibišević, an experienced goal poacher with proven European experience, offered Hertha concrete solutions in front of goal. Their away performances — precisely in this kit — directly contributed to the club's good season.

Berlin, German football capital in full assertion
The Olympiastadion in Berlin, with its 74,000 seats, is one of the largest stadiums in Germany. When Hertha travels, it carries with it the symbolic weight of the federal capital — a particular pressure, a strong identity, which is felt in every away match played in this Nike kit.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is an entirely different category from the replica sold in official stores. The cut is different — more fitted, designed for on-field performance. The materials are technical, the flocking is generally of better quality, and most importantly, it is produced in much more limited quantities. Over time, these pieces become unobtainable collector's items.

This one shows an 8/10 condition, with slightly worn prints and a few small snags on the fabric — nothing prohibitive, quite normal for a truly worn and used jersey. This is precisely what gives it its soul. A too-new jersey from a past season raises questions. A jersey that has lived tells a story.

Vintage Size Guide

Vintage Nike jerseys of this generation generally run smaller than current standards. A vintage L often corresponds to a modern M, or even a fitted L depending on your build. Don't rely solely on the label — cuts have evolved, comfort standards have too, and Nike has revised its sizing several times over the years.

Before confirming your order, take a measuring tape and compare it with a jersey you wear regularly. Measure flat: shoulder width, chest circumference, and back length. These are the three key measurements to avoid unpleasant surprises. If in doubt, do not hesitate to contact us directly — we are here to help.

Why have it in your collection

Hertha Berlin is a club often underestimated in vintage jersey collections, which makes it precisely a smart choice. While everyone is scrambling for Bayern, Dortmund, or Schalke, Hertha pieces remain rare on the secondary market, with a value that is quietly but surely rising. A 2017-18 Nike away kit in size L and good condition is a window into a pivotal era for the Berlin club — and an item that true connoisseurs immediately recognize.

And in terms of condition, an 8/10 for a piece from this era is honestly not that common. Most worn match jerseys end up in much worse condition — cracked flocking, deformed fabric, loose seams. Here, we have something solid, with just enough wear to confirm authenticity. There really aren't many in this condition on the market right now.

To go further

• Hertha Berlin - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - Kit History
• UEFA - European Football

If you're looking for a Bundesliga piece that is off the beaten path and has a real story behind it, this Hertha Berlin 2017-18 away kit definitely deserves your attention. It's up to you — but good pieces never stay available for long.