{"product_id":"2018-20-toronto-fc-player-issue-shirt","title":"Toronto FC Away Adidas 2018-20 Player Issue Vintage Jersey","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eToronto FC 2018-20 — The Adidas Player Issue Away Jersey that lived through the Reds' golden age\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBy 2018, \u003cstrong\u003eToronto FC\u003c\/strong\u003e was already more than just another MLS club — it was a Canadian institution building a strong identity match after match, with international-caliber players and a fanbase that rivaled European clubs. This \u003cstrong\u003eAdidas Player Issue away jersey 2018-20\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring the \u003cstrong\u003eBMO\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsor, is a piece worn on the field, not sold in stores — and that changes everything.\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 2018-2020\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toronto FC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adidas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e BMO (Bank of Montreal)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e LITTLE PULLS, SLIGHTLY USED PRINTINGS, SPOTS — authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey, trace of a real history on an MLS pitch\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 2018-2020 period for \u003cstrong\u003eToronto FC\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most fascinating in the club's history. After winning the \u003cstrong\u003eMLS Cup in 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e under memorable circumstances, the club approached these seasons with the ambition of confirming its status as a North American powerhouse. The squad remained one of the most talented in the league, the management spared no expense, and \u003cstrong\u003eBMO Field\u003c\/strong\u003e became a true fortress, difficult to breach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.8;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eDuring these years, the \u003cstrong\u003eToronto FC away team\u003c\/strong\u003e traveled with a newfound serenity. The club understood that it could compete anywhere, including away from home. This Adidas Player Issue jersey — a version reserved for professional players, with superior finishes to the general public replica — embodies this period of footballing maturity for a franchise that has grown continuously since its creation in 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eMoments etched in this jersey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSebastian Giovinco and the era of great ambitions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven if the Atomic Ant left the club in 2019, his influence on Toronto FC's identity during this period remained colossal. He was the one who elevated the Reds to another dimension in MLS, and the Italian's departure marked a symbolic turning point for the team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJozy Altidore, a pillar of the attack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe American international remained one of Toronto FC's essential faces during this period, wearing the jersey with a consistency and physical presence that made a difference in MLS. His partnership with the team's other key players made him one of the most feared strikers in the Eastern Conference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael Bradley, the captain at the heart of the game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn American international midfielder, Bradley was TFC's metronome throughout this period — his reading of the game, his ability to dictate the tempo, made him the undisputed leader of a squad built to contend for the title every season. Seeing his name on this kind of Player Issue jersey is to visualize exactly the level at which this club was playing.\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;\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ePlayer Issue jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e is the version professional players put on before stepping onto the field — not the one you find in retail stores. The differences from the replica are numerous: more technical fabrics, a more fitted cut designed for performance, superior quality flocking and prints, meticulous finishes down to the smallest details. It's an item designed for effort, not for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis one boasts an \u003cstrong\u003e8\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e with a few minor pulls, slightly worn prints, and small spots — exactly what you'd expect from a used jersey. This isn't a defect; it's proof of authenticity. A Player Issue jersey in perfect condition makes you wonder if it ever left the locker room.\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;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdidas jerseys of this generation\u003c\/strong\u003e have an athletic cut tailored for professional players — meaning fitted, slim, designed for performance rather than the comfort of a casual fan. An L in Player Issue often corresponds to a modern M in your usual wardrobe, or even an S if you have a larger build. Don't rely solely on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore ordering, take the time to measure your chest and compare it with the actual dimensions of the jersey. Shoulder width is also a key indicator on Player Issue versions, often narrower than replicas. In doubt? Contact us directly; we are here to help you find the right size rather than seeing you resell such a piece because it doesn't fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhy own it for your collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eToronto FC 2018-2020 away jersey\u003c\/strong\u003e in Player Issue version is a rarity in the world of \u003cstrong\u003eMLS jersey collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Player Issue items almost never enter the commercial circuit — they remain in the locker rooms, exchanged between players, given to relatives, or sometimes offered after a contract ends. Finding one in good condition on the market is already a great opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e8\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, this jersey remains in a state that allows it to be worn daily while retaining true heritage value. Not many in this condition circulate — most Player Issue jerseys from this era are either damaged or hidden away in a closet somewhere in Toronto. If you're looking to represent an important page in North American football history with a piece that truly graced the pitches, this one checks 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\/Toronto_FC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eToronto 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 — History of jerseys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mlssoccer.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eMLS Soccer — The Official Major League Soccer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eThis Toronto FC Player Issue 2018-20 jersey is a piece for those in the know — if you're here, you already know if it's for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rest of world","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":54012992356627,"sku":"370724","price":69.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2018-20-TORONTO-FC-PLAYER-ISSUE-SHIRT-L-370724_1.jpg?v=1775518611","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2018-20-toronto-fc-player-issue-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}