1988 Netherlands Home Long Sleeve, Jaspo Large (fits Medium)

1988 Netherlands Home Long Sleeve, Jaspo Large (fits Medium)

This shirt is arguably the most iconic shirt there is. Germany's 1990 home shirt is probably the only one that rivals it. This 1988 Netherlands Home shirt was not really liked at the time. In fact, it was despised, and the players at the time didn't even want to wear it. Because of that, there are fewer of them out there, and the fact that the Netherlands won while wearing this shirt has since added to its allure. It's the only competition the Netherlands have won despite being a football powerhouse.

Each variation of the Ipswich template is valuable and desirable. This is the most commonly sought-after one. The orange geometric base is well framed with a trim of white in the cuff and collar, which works really well. This particular version is a Jaspo manufactured in Japan and is realistically the best version that has been produced. You can find other manufactured versions where the geometric pattern goes down, and there are others that just look really odd, with the KNVB logo appearing very different. This one is the closest to the one the players wore on the pitch, which makes it more sought after.

Overall, it's an iconic piece and probably the most valuable replica shirt there is. The fact this is a long sleeve makes it even more desirable, as you get to appreciate that geometric template running up and down the sleeves, as well as the three stripes. The felt on this is in mint condition. The only point to take away from it is that the neck has loosened a small bit. It's nothing major; it's simply iconic.

Condition: 8/10 (minor loss of elasticity on neck)

20.5" pit to pit