{"product_id":"2017-chicago-fire-shirt","title":"Chicago Fire 2017 Adidas vintage jersey size L - MLS collector's item","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eChicago Fire 2017 — The Adidas jersey of an MLS franchise on the comeback trail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 2017, the \u003cstrong\u003eChicago Fire FC\u003c\/strong\u003e celebrated its 20th anniversary and made a strong return to the \u003cstrong\u003eMajor League Soccer\u003c\/strong\u003e scene. This \u003cstrong\u003evintage size L Adidas jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e, bearing the \u003cstrong\u003eValspar\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsor, is a tangible piece of that historic season — the season of the Illinois Flames' great return to the top.\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 2017\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicago Fire FC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adidas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valspar\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e L\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\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;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2017 Chicago Fire season\u003c\/strong\u003e was no ordinary season in the history of the club founded in 1997. Under coach \u003cstrong\u003eVeljko Paunović\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Flames achieved one of the most successful campaigns in their recent \u003cstrong\u003eMLS\u003c\/strong\u003e history. The club finished with an impressive regular season record and returned to a level of competitiveness it had not shown in years. It was a true sporting and institutional revival for a franchise that had experienced difficult years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eOn the field, this team could count on undeniably talented players. \u003cstrong\u003eBastian Schweinsteiger\u003c\/strong\u003e, a legend of Bayern Munich and the German national team, arrived in Chicago that season and immediately gave the project international credibility. \u003cstrong\u003eDax McCarty\u003c\/strong\u003e assertively stabilized the midfield, while \u003cstrong\u003eNemanja Nikolić\u003c\/strong\u003e piled up goals at a furious pace to become one of the league's top scorers. This jersey is the one worn during that great collective adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eMoments etched into this jersey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2017 US Open Cup Title\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chicago Fire won the \u003cstrong\u003eLamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2017, a national title that crowned an exceptional season. It was the fifth time the club had lifted this trophy, confirming its status as a great institution in American soccer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchweinsteiger's Arrival — an MLS Earthquake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eBastian Schweinsteiger\u003c\/strong\u003e signed with the Fire at the beginning of 2017, it sent shockwaves throughout the league. A 2014 World Cup winner and Champions League winner, he brought with him a technical and mental package that few MLS players could claim. His mere presence on this jersey makes it a collector's item in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNikolić, MLS Top Scorer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNemanja Nikolić\u003c\/strong\u003e finished the 2017 season with 24 regular-season goals, earning him the \u003cstrong\u003eMLS Golden Boot\u003c\/strong\u003e title. A performance by a pure, clinical, and formidable striker, directly contributing to the Fire's great run that year.\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, first and foremost, a garment that truly existed in locker rooms, in the stands, and on the streets of Chicago at the time. It's not a re-issue, not a product manufactured on demand — it's an object of its time, with all that implies in terms of specific materials, cuts unique to the \u003cstrong\u003eAdidas 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e era, and technical details that will never be reproduced identically. The embroidery, the labels, the fabric weight: all of this tells a story that a replica cannot imitate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one is advertised in \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, which in the world of \u003cstrong\u003evintage collector jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a state very close to new. No visible discoloration, no peeled flocking, no holes or loose seams — it's a piece that has been carefully preserved and can still be worn without hesitation or proudly displayed in a collection. In this condition, vintage MLS items from that era are truly hard to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eVintage Sizing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003ePlease note, \u003cstrong\u003evintage Adidas sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e do not necessarily correspond to modern standards. A 2017 L might wear like a current M depending on the cuts of the time, which were often more fitted, less oversized than what kit manufacturers offer today. This is important to keep in mind before ordering, especially if you plan to wear it regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003ePractical advice: measure your chest circumference and compare it to the actual dimensions of the jersey before buying. If your chest circumference is around 100-104 cm, a vintage Adidas L from this generation should suit you. If in doubt, don't hesitate to contact the shop for exact measurements — it's always better than regretting it after receiving the item.\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 from the 2010s\u003c\/strong\u003e are starting to become real gems for discerning collectors. The European market still underestimates them, which makes them opportunities to seize now rather than in five years when everyone will have caught on. This \u003cstrong\u003e2017 Chicago Fire jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e also combines several strong arguments: a historic season, the presence of a global legend like Schweinsteiger, an iconic sponsor with Valspar, and solid \u003cstrong\u003eAdidas\u003c\/strong\u003e manufacturing that stands the test of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThere aren't many in this condition. A \u003cstrong\u003evintage jersey in 9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, after almost a decade, is a rarity — especially for a North American club whose products don't circulate en masse in the European market. Whether you're a Fire fan, a collector of \u003cstrong\u003evintage Adidas jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e, or simply someone who loves owning pieces linked to memorable seasons, this one ticks all the boxes.\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\/Chicago_Fire_FC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eChicago Fire FC — 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 Website\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eIf MLS 2017 and the Chicago Fire's resurgence resonate with you, this jersey is for you — and in this condition, it won't be available for long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rest of world","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":54012992160019,"sku":"370834","price":39.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2017-CHICAGO-FIRE-SHIRT-L-370834_1.jpg?v=1775518602","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2017-chicago-fire-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}