New York City FC 2017-18 Adidas Home Jersey Vintage New

New York City FC 2017-18: The Adidas Jersey of a Franchise Aiming to Establish Itself in the Big Apple

New York, 2017-18 season: NYCFC is only in its fourth year of existence in Major League Soccer, but the club already carries the ambitions of a giant. This Adidas NYCFC home jersey sponsored by Etihad Airways, size L and in absolute new condition, is the perfect image of a club under construction — solid, ambitious, and already a collector's item.

Jersey details

Season: 2017-18
Club: New York City FC
Type: Home
Manufacturer: Adidas
Sponsor: ETIHAD AIRWAYS
Condition: 10/10
State: NEW — never worn, never washed, original tags

What this jersey represents

In 2017-18, New York City FC is going through one of its most serious seasons since its founding in 2015. The club, owned by the City Football Group — the same empire that oversees Manchester City — is beginning to capitalize on its massive investments. The New York franchise is clearly positioning itself as a rising force in the MLS Eastern Conference, with an ambitious sports project and a no-nonsense management.

On the pitch, Yankee Stadium buzzes with every match. NYCFC attracts a growing fan base, driven by experienced and talented players. David Villa, the Spanish captain and top scorer in the club's history, continues to rule the box. Andrea Pirlo, who played for the club in previous seasons, left an indelible technical mark on the New York playing identity. The project is serious, very serious.

Moments etched in this jersey

David Villa's consistency in 2017
During the 2017 MLS regular season, David Villa continued to rack up goals with astonishing efficiency, confirming his status as the club's absolute talisman. The 2010 World Cup champion Spaniard brought international credibility to a still young franchise.

Yankee Stadium as a fortress
In 2017, NYCFC built real home solidity, transforming Yankee Stadium into a difficult place for Eastern Conference opponents to conquer. This relationship with the home ground is a key step in building a strong and respected club identity.

The City Football Group - Etihad Airways link
The presence of the Etihad Airways sponsor on this jersey is no accident: it is the visible mark of the City Football Group network, which connects NYCFC to Manchester City and some twenty other clubs worldwide. A detail that gives a unique dimension to this jersey for collectors interested in the history of global football.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is one that was produced at the time to be actually worn — or sold in the club's official store during the relevant season. It is not a reproduction, it is not a reprint: it is the real piece, with the labels, logos, fabrics, and textile technologies of the time. Here, we are talking about an original 2017-18 Adidas jersey, manufactured under the official MLS production conditions.

This jersey is rated 10/10, NEW condition: it has never been worn, never washed. The Adidas finishes are intact, the Etihad Airways flocking is impeccable, and the technical details of the fabric — the perforations, the seams, the embossed logos — are in the exact condition in which this jersey left the factory. This is extremely rare for a jersey of this generation.

Vintage size guide

Vintage football jerseys — and even those from the 2015-2020 period — often fit differently from modern sportswear. Adidas has evolved its cuts over the years, and an L from 2017 does not necessarily correspond to an L you order today from an online store. Cuts are generally more fitted, less oversized, with more traditional armholes.

Before confirming your order, take a measuring tape and measure your chest circumference and shoulder width. Then compare with the actual measurements of the jersey that we indicate in the product description. This is the only way to avoid unpleasant surprises and ensure that this piece fits you like a glove — or rather, like a jersey made for MLS pitches.

Why have it in your collection

The NYCFC 2017-18 Adidas jersey represents a pivotal era for American soccer. MLS is experiencing an international explosion, major sponsors are arriving, global stars are signing, and equipment manufacturers are starting to take these franchises very seriously. Owning this jersey means having a piece of this turning point period when US soccer began to gain global respect. The Etihad Airways sponsor also makes it a piece that appeals to fans of the history of the City Football Group, a unique network in global football.

In NEW, 10/10 condition? Honestly, there aren't many in this condition. MLS jerseys from that era have often been worn, washed ten times, or damaged in the back of closets. Finding an unworn copy, size L, with all markings perfectly preserved — that's the kind of piece that doesn't come around twice for a serious collector.

To go further

• New York City FC - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - History of jerseys
• MLS Soccer - Official American Football

If you collect jerseys from the golden age of MLS stars or pieces related to the City Football Group, this NYCFC 2017-18 in absolute new condition is exactly what you are looking for. It's up to you if you let it pass.