Lyon Home Shirt 2018-19 Adidas Vintage - Condition 9/10

OL 2018-19 Adidas Home Jersey — Lyon in its Last Great Title Battle

For the 2018-2019 season, Olympique Lyonnais played its last card to end Parisian supremacy in Ligue 1. This Hyundai-sponsored Adidas home jersey is a direct witness to a thrilling season, reaching the Champions League Round of 16 and marked by electric nights at Groupama Stadium.

Jersey Details

Season: 2018-2019
Club: Olympique Lyonnais
Type: Home
Kit Manufacturer: Adidas
Sponsor: HYUNDAI
Condition: 9/10

What This Jersey Represents

The 2018-2019 season remains etched in the memory of Lyon fans as one of the club's last truly ambitious campaigns on both fronts. Under the guidance of Bruno Génésio, OL finished second in Ligue 1, behind Paris Saint-Germain but ahead of all the rest — a result that, on paper, sounds like a relative success, but in reality testifies to the solidity of the Rhône project. The Adidas home jersey from this season embodies this ambition: clean, sharp, professional.

Among Lyon's ranks that season were players who would make a name for themselves far beyond French borders. Memphis Depay was at the peak of his form in Lyon, dictating offensive play with disconcerting creativity. Nabil Fekir, before his departure for Real Betis, was still there for his last great appearances in this jersey. In defense, Marcelo and Jason Denayer held the line. It was a complete team, capable of competing with the best European clubs, as they would prove in the spring.

Moments Etched in This Jersey

The Champions League Round of 16 First Leg against FC Barcelona
February 19, 2019, a fiery Groupama Stadium: Lyon drew 0-0 against Barça in a match where Ter Stegen performed miracles. OL came very close to a historic result, with Génésio's men making the Catalan giant doubt for 90 minutes.

The Return Leg at Camp Nou — a Cruel but Dignified Lesson
The return match saw Messi step up to qualify Barça, but Lyon's performance at Camp Nou remains memorable. OL did not disgrace themselves against one of the best teams in the world that season.

Second Place in Ligue 1 — a Recovered Standing
Finishing as PSG's runner-up in 2018-2019 is far from anecdotal: it's confirmation that Lyon remains the second club in France, capable of maintaining consistency over 38 match days. This jersey also represents that — the regularity and high standards of a well-structured club.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is nothing like a replica fan jersey. The cut is different, the materials are designed for actual on-field performance, and the finishes are on another level — denser embroidery, technical tags, breathable technical fabrics designed for play. This is what you hold in your hands when you acquire an authentic jersey: an item designed for professional footballers, not for the stands.

This one is in 9/10 condition, meaning it's almost new. No fading, no peeling flocking, no visible signs of wear at first glance. For a six-year-old jersey, this is a rarity. This type of condition is not common in salesrooms.

Vintage Sizing Guide

Be aware that Adidas sizes from the late 2010s have a more fitted cut than current styles. This jersey is listed as size M Boys, which corresponds to a youth/teen size M cut — designed for a young build, with a narrower shoulder silhouette and shorter back than classic adult cuts. Don't rely on the label without checking your actual measurements.

Before finalizing your order, measure your shoulder width and chest circumference, then compare them with the available size chart. A jersey that's too tight in the shoulders will be uncomfortable for everyday wear, even if you intend to display it. It's better to take two minutes to avoid any disappointment.

Why Have It in Your Collection

The 2018-2019 OL season represents a pivotal era for the club: the last months of Nabil Fekir in Ligue 1, Memphis Depay at his Lyon zenith, and a European campaign that thrilled all of France. Collecting this Adidas Lyon 2018-19 home jersey is to freeze a precise moment in the club's history — a bygone era, before the transitional years that followed. This kind of season doesn't come around often.

There aren't many in this condition. A 9/10 for a six-year-old jersey is the exception, not the rule. Most examples from this season found online have seen better days — damaged flocking, faded fabrics, tired stitching. Not this one. It's intact. For a collector who values the quality of their collection, this is exactly the kind of piece not to miss.

Further Reading

• Lyon - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - History of Jerseys
• Ligue 1 - Official Website
• UEFA - European Football

This is the kind of item that disappears without warning. If you're an OL fan or an admirer of quality vintage Adidas jerseys, the answer is clear.