Hoffenheim 2017-18 Lotto Demirbay Home Vintage Jersey

Hoffenheim 2017-18 Jersey – Lotto – Demirbay Print – The Champions League Season

The 2017-18 season for TSG Hoffenheim will forever be etched in the club's history as an absolute turning point: for the first time, the Kraichgauer played in the UEFA Champions League. This Lotto home jersey with the Kerem Demirbay print is exactly that – a piece of this unique history, worn by one of the most technical midfielders in the Bundesliga at that time.

Jersey Details

Season: 2017-2018
Club: TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
Type: Home
Kit Manufacturer: Lotto
Sponsor: SAP
Player Print: Demirbay
Condition: 9/10
State: SAP sponsor present – authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey, kept in exceptional condition

What this jersey represents

In 2017-18, TSG Hoffenheim experienced something unprecedented in its century-long history. Under the direction of Julian Nagelsmann, then only 30 years old and already considered one of Europe's most promising coaches, the Baden-Württemberg club reached the Champions League group stage for the very first time. A monumental achievement for a team that was still playing in the fifth German division in the early 2000s.

The squad that season was built to make waves. Kerem Demirbay, a midfielder with a magical left foot, was the creative heart of Hoffenheim's play with his precise passes and ability to dictate the tempo. Around him were players like Mark Uth, Andrej Kramarić up front, and defender Kevin Vogt. A coherent, conquering team that scared everyone in the Bundesliga.

Moments etched into this jersey

The historic qualification for the Champions League
Finishing third in the Bundesliga in 2016-17 was the ticket to the Champions League qualifiers. Hoffenheim then secured their place in the group stage by eliminating Liverpool FC in the first leg before eventually losing over both legs – but the message was clear: this club was not just visiting.

The group stage against Shakhtar, Lyon, and Manchester City
Group F of this 2017-18 edition was tough – Guardiola's Manchester City, Lyon, and Shakhtar Donetsk. Hoffenheim stood up to Europe's best in this Lotto home jersey, a foundational experience for an entire club and region.

Demirbay, a confirmed Bundesliga revelation
Kerem Demirbay had broken out in the previous season with Hoffenheim and continued his momentum in 2017-18, even joining the German national team. Having his name on this European season jersey means collecting a player at a key moment in his career – before his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen in 2018.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is a garment that was actually made to be worn – on the field or in the stands – at the time it was marketed. The finishes are different from a replica: denser technical fabrics, a more fitted cut, specific construction details according to the standards of the time. It's not a modern reproduction, it's the original.

This Hoffenheim Lotto 2017-18 jersey is in 9/10 condition, which is exceptional for a piece of this generation. The SAP sponsor – the German software giant based in Walldorf, a few kilometers from Sinsheim – is perfectly legible and integrated. At this level of preservation, it clearly falls into the category of pieces you can wear as much as frame.

Vintage sizing guide

Vintage jerseys – and this Lotto 2017-18 is no exception – consistently run smaller than current standards. A vintage XS generally corresponds to a very fitted cut, designed for the field rather than casual wear. If you are used to modern oversized or relaxed fit jerseys, this point is crucial before buying.

Before confirming your order, take the time to measure your chest circumference and compare it with the flat measurements of the jersey. A 2017-18 XS generally fits a chest circumference of around 86-90 cm depending on body type. If in doubt, do not hesitate to contact us – we prefer a satisfied customer to an unnecessary return.

Why have it in your collection

Vintage Hoffenheim Lotto jerseys remain rare on the European collectible market. The club does not have the media exposure of a Bayern Munich or a Borussia Dortmund, which makes its pieces rarer and, paradoxically, more interesting for a true collector. A Demirbay Champions League season jersey is a combination you won't find on every street corner.

And in 9/10 condition? There really aren't many in this state. Most match or supporter jerseys from this generation have taken a beating, been washed, and exposed to the sun. This one has clearly been cherished. This is the kind of piece that gains value over the years, as the vintage Bundesliga jersey collection gains recognition among European fans.

To go further

• TSG 1899 Hoffenheim – Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive – Jersey History
• UEFA – European Football

This jersey is a rare page in Hoffenheim's history when Nagelsmann was shaking up Europe – with Demirbay on the back, it's a piece for someone who truly knows what they are looking for.