Retro Scotland Home Jersey 1998

Scotland National Team Home Jersey 1998

Brand: Umbro
Year/Season: 1998
Usage: Official home kit of the Scotland national football team for the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France — Scotland’s most recent World Cup appearance.

🧵 Design Features:

• Main color: Deep navy blue with horizontal tartan-inspired dark stripes, giving a subtle modern update to Scotland’s traditional look.

• Collar: Distinctive white and blue fold-over collar with button fastening — a hallmark of Umbro’s late-1990s style.

• Logos:

  • Large white Umbro wordmark centered on the chest.

  • Below it, the Scottish Football Association crest featuring the lion rampant inside a yellow shield.

• Sleeves: Cuffed with matching navy and white trim for a balanced, classic finish.

• Material: Umbro’s Vapatech fabric, designed for moisture control and lightweight performance.

🏆 Historical Context:

• 1998 FIFA World Cup (France):

  • Scotland wore this jersey during their Group A matches against Brazil, Norway, and Morocco.

  • They famously opened the tournament in the first match versus Brazil on June 10, 1998.

• This kit is cherished by fans as Scotland’s last World Cup home shirt, symbolizing a proud era in the nation’s football history.