England 1977/80 - Home - 40" Chest - Good

Overview

An original England 1977/80 Home Shirt manufactured by Admiral, one of the most important shirts in the history of English football kit design.

This iconic shirt marked the beginning of Admiral's groundbreaking partnership with England and helped revolutionise football shirt manufacturing. Today it is regarded as one of the most influential and collectable England shirts ever produced, with original examples becoming increasingly difficult to source nearly 50 years after their release.

Key Details

Nation: England

Season: 1977–1980

Manufacturer: Admiral

Shirt Type: Home

Size: 40" Chest

Condition Report

Overall Condition: Good Condition

Any marks: Minor

Any pulls: Age related wear may be present

Any bobbling: Some signs of wear consistent with age

Sponsor wear: N/A

Colour retention: Good for age

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The Story

The England 1977/80 Home Shirt is one of the most significant football shirts ever produced. When Admiral secured the England kit contract in the late 1970s, they introduced a revolutionary design featuring bold red and blue trim, transforming the appearance of international football kits.

The shirt was worn by England during a period that featured some of the nation's most talented players, including Kevin Keegan, who won back to back Ballon d'Or awards during this era.

Although England narrowly failed to qualify for the 1978 FIFA World Cup, the shirt became hugely influential and paved the way for the explosion of football shirt culture that followed throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

Today it remains one of the most recognisable and desirable England shirts ever created.

Notable Players Who Wore This Shirt

• Kevin Keegan

• Trevor Brooking

• Ray Clemence

• Dave Watson

• Phil Neal

• Mick Mills

• Trevor Cherry

• Peter Shilton

Why Collectors Want This Shirt

• First generation Admiral England shirt

• One of the most influential football shirt designs ever produced

• Associated with Ballon d'Or winner Kevin Keegan

• Nearly 50 years old

• Increasingly difficult to find in original condition

• Essential piece for serious England shirt collectors

As one of the earliest commercially successful football shirts and the shirt that launched Admiral's legendary England partnership, the 1977/80 Home Shirt occupies a special place in football memorabilia history. Its scarcity, age and historical importance make it one of the most sought after England shirts on the market.

Authenticity

This shirt has been inspected by Global Sports Collectibles and is believed to be a genuine original Admiral example from the 1977–80 period.

We do not knowingly sell counterfeit or replica products. Any defects, alterations or imperfections consistent with age will be clearly described and photographed.

Shipping

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