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1995-96 Manchester United Away Shirt CANTONA 7 (L)
Original vintage item from time | 100% authentic | Only 1 available
£139.99£149.99
Have you heard the story of the invisible shirt?
The vintage 1995 Manchester United away shirt made by Umbro with Sharp sponsor, is one of the most infamous in football shirt history, let alone United history. In an astonishing series of events, the kit was worn for a first half and then spectacularly substituted for another shirt. Eric Cantona retro shirt.
Condition: Excellent
Condition details: Condition details: Official Umbro flock printing with Cantona 7 on the back. No pulls or bobbles. Bright colours. Sponsor perfect.
The official Umbro flock print, of none other than “King Eric” himself, is also in mint condition.
Things to look out for: The year is 1996.
Manchester United are making the long trip down to the south coast to face Southampton. United are on something of a hot streak with 11 wins from their previous 12 games. The Saints by contrast are struggling with the fear of relegation hanging over them.
Things did not go according to script.
In an astonishing first 45, Southampton plundered the United ship with 3 goals. As if the events on the pitch weren’t notable enough, the events in the dressing room somehow raised the bar.
According to United player Lee Sharpe, manager Sir Alex Ferguson stormed in and said “Get that kit off, you're getting changed”. In an unprecedented move, Man United did indeed replace their grey away shirts with their blue and white third shirt. Though the team ‘won’ the second half thanks to a late Ryan Giggs finish, the audacious move was ultimately fruitless as the Saints prevailed to win 3-1. All the talk was about the shirt sub though.
Ferguson told the press that his players were struggling to pick out their teammates, with the patterned grey shirts blending in a little too well with the crowd. Though some players later denied the claims, the story has gone down in kit folklore. United went on to pip Newcastle to the league title and all was forgiven. The grey shirt wouldn’t be seen again after that first half at The Dell though, and its legend has been passed down ever since...
Size: XL
Who made it: Umbro
Who wore it: Eric Cantona, David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, Gary Neville, Lee Sharpe
Quote:
Fergie was the master of deflection so when we made mistakes the grey shirts were an ideal for him.
Gary Neville
What are the benefits of a vintage football shirt?
1. They hold value. Unlike a fake or a replica vintage shirts almost always go up in value, if you keep them in good condition. 💰
2. You will look like a legend. You know the feeling. If you go to a game in a 'bruised banana' or an authentic 1990 England shirt. You'll get a silent nod, maybe even a pat on the back or a 'nice shirt mate'. 🕶️
3. Nostalgia. We love vintage shirts, not just because of the cool designs, but the memories they evoke. They'll help you relive the magic moment and remind you of players, teams and a totally different era. ⏱️
Why us?
Our vintage, retro football shirts ship with Royal Mail (first class). Fedex / TNT is also available and is the best option to receive items quickly.
- UK: 1-3 days
- Europe: tracked 3-5 days
- Rest of World: 5-7 days
To return a vintage, retro shirt and for a full refund, please contact Football Shirt Collective via email or social media.
Product must be returned within 2 weeks of purchase, in the condition it was sent in, with tags still on (if item came with tags).
Please see return policy for more details.
All our shirts are hand checked and verified before listed on the site. We check crests, material, labels, colour - and use our 10+ years of experience to confirm the shirt is authentic.
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