{"product_id":"2021-22-oxford-united-shirt","title":"Oxford United Away Shirt Puma 2021-22 EB Charging – 9\/10","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.8em;font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eOxford United 2021-22 Away Shirt – Puma, the era of the U's revival\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1em;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn 2021-22, \u003cstrong\u003eOxford United\u003c\/strong\u003e was playing its third consecutive season in \u003cstrong\u003eLeague One\u003c\/strong\u003e with clear ambitions: to return to the Championship. This \u003cstrong\u003ePuma away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e with sponsor \u003cstrong\u003eEB Charging\u003c\/strong\u003e – a company specializing in electric vehicle charging, a sponsorship rooted in its era – is a direct testament to this pivotal period for the Kassam Stadium club.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eShirt Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:2;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021-22\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oxford United\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Away\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puma\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponsor:\u003c\/strong\u003e EB Charging\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPONSOR: EB CHARGING – slight authentic wear of a worn vintage shirt, perfectly preserved for a match-worn item\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eWhat this shirt represents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2021-22 Oxford United\u003c\/strong\u003e season was one of a club undergoing an identity reconstruction under the leadership of \u003cstrong\u003eKarl Robinson\u003c\/strong\u003e, manager since 2018, who instilled an attacking and ambitious playing philosophy at Kassam Stadium. The U's were then one of the most exciting clubs in \u003cstrong\u003eLeague One\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by a loyal fanbase dreaming of a return to the top tiers of English football. This \u003cstrong\u003ePuma away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly represents this dynamic – a club on the move, not yet at the top, but clearly building something serious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eOn the pitch, Oxford could count on quality players for this division. \u003cstrong\u003eMatty Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e, a homegrown striker with undeniable flair in front of goal, continued to trouble opposing defenses. \u003cstrong\u003eJames Henry\u003c\/strong\u003e, a true midfield stalwart, brought his tenacity and experience to the heart of the game. The atmosphere at Kassam was electric during crunch matches, and the away shirt – the one seen shining in opposing stadiums, in front of hostile crowds – perfectly embodies the fighting spirit of this team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eMoments etched in this shirt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA high-tension League One season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003e2021-22 League One\u003c\/strong\u003e was particularly competitive, with big names like Wigan, Rotherham, and Sheffield Wednesday in the mix. Oxford battled all season to clinch promotion spots, in a tight top-half where every away trip counted double.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe return of the public after the pandemic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis season was the first full season with full-capacity stadiums after Covid restrictions. Wearing this \u003cstrong\u003eOxford United away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2021-22 also means wearing the renewed energy of finally full stands, after long months of ghost football played in empty venues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe EB Charging partnership, a symbol of an era\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eEB Charging\u003c\/strong\u003e sponsor on this shirt is a strong time marker – the rise of electric vehicles in British society was reflected even in the partnerships of football clubs. This kind of detail, in ten years, will make people smile and immediately remind anyone who sees it of that era.\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\u003evintage authentic shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e is not a mass-produced copy sold in souvenir shops. It's a piece designed for performance, with different finishes – technical fabrics, tailored fit, superior quality flocking – intended to be worn by professional players or demanding fans. The difference can be felt in the hand, seen with the eye, and measured over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eOxford United Puma 2021-22 away shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e is in \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is frankly remarkable for a piece of this generation. This means the fabric has retained its shape, the EB Charging flocking is intact, and there are no unsightly signs of wear. For a worn match shirt, this is exactly the condition one hopes to find and rarely does.\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\u003eVintage Puma shirts\u003c\/strong\u003e – and more generally all shirts from that era – often run smaller than modern standards. A \u003cstrong\u003esize M\u003c\/strong\u003e from 2021-22 might correspond to a current S or S\/M depending on your body shape and the manufacturer's cut. Never rely solely on the label: sizing standards have evolved, and Puma had its own sizing charts that don't necessarily match what you wear today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eBefore confirming your order, take a measuring tape and measure your chest circumference and shoulder length. Compare with the actual shirt measurements if available, or contact the store. A collectible shirt that doesn't fit is an unnecessary frustration that can be avoided with 30 seconds of precaution.\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\u003eOxford United\u003c\/strong\u003e remains a club with a rich and often underestimated history in the world of \u003cstrong\u003evintage collector shirts\u003c\/strong\u003e. Former Division 2 English champions, former League Cup finalists, the club has experienced spectacular highs and lows. Their League One away shirts are not produced in large quantities and are rarely found on the secondary market – making them genuinely rare pieces for those looking to venture off the beaten path of usual collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e9\/10 condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, this shirt is among the best-preserved examples one could hope to find. There aren't many in this condition lying around on the market – most have been worn out or have aged poorly in a drawer. This one is a piece ready to join a serious collection or to be proudly worn in the stands.\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\/Oxford_United\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eOxford United – 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 – Shirt History\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.uefa.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eUEFA – European Football\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eIf you collect shirts from English clubs with a real history and soul, Oxford United clearly deserves a place in your wardrobe – and this 2021-22 season is a good vintage to start with.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oxford United","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":54010178896147,"sku":"356556","price":39.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/4839\/3235\/files\/eng_pm_2021-22-OXFORD-UNITED-SHIRT-M-356556_1.jpg?v=1775428721","url":"https:\/\/supporterid.com\/en\/products\/2021-22-oxford-united-shirt","provider":"SUPPORTER ID®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}