Kids Netherlands Away Jersey Retro Kit 1988

🧩 Jersey Identification

• Team: Netherlands National Football Team (KNVB)

• Season: 1988 (Euro 1988)

• Type: Away Kit

• Manufacturer: Adidas

• Design Pattern: Classic Adidas “Chevron” / “Triangles” pattern, similar to the 1988–1990 Adidas template used by West Germany and the USSR.

• Colorway: Blue geometric patterned shirt with white Adidas stripes and logos; paired with white shorts featuring blue stripes.

⚽ Historical Background

The Netherlands 1988 Away Jersey was worn during the same era as the legendary Euro 1988 tournament, where the Dutch national team—led by Ruud Gullit, Marco van Basten, and Frank Rijkaard—won their first and only major international trophy.

While the home kit (orange with white patterns) was more frequently seen during the tournament, the blue away version is cherished by collectors for its rare appearances and distinctive design. It reflects the late-1980s Adidas aesthetic, characterized by bold geometric prints and symmetry.

🏆 Tournament Significance

• Competition: UEFA Euro 1988 (West Germany)

• Achievement: Champions

• Key Moment: Marco van Basten’s iconic volley in the final vs. USSR.

• Manager: Rinus Michels (the creator of “Total Football”).

👕 Legacy

This shirt remains a classic in retro football fashion, symbolizing the peak of Dutch football. The Adidas trefoil logo and the vintage KNVB lion crest evoke the golden era of European kits. It’s a favorite among collectors and vintage football enthusiasts for both its design innovation and its association with victory.