Maillot Uruguay 1997-1998 Home kit
YFS Reference Entry · 1997-1998 · 1 known examples
The Uruguay home kit for the 1997-1998 season featured a classic design in sky blue, reflecting the national colors of Uruguay. Manufactured by Kappa, the kit included white accents and was adorned with the logo of the Uruguayan Football Association. This kit was notably worn during the 1998 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and the 1998 FIFA World Cup itself, where Uruguay aimed to assert its footballing heritage on the international stage.
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🔍 Authentication checklist
- Kappa logo style consistent with late 1990s production
- Tag featuring Kappa's specific font and placement
- Hologram or authenticity label on the inside of the collar
- Stitching pattern typical of Kappa's kits from this era
- Material composition consistent with Kappa's offerings in the late 1990s
⚠️ Common fakes: Common fakes often exhibit incorrect logo placement or inferior quality fabric. Additionally, counterfeit kits may lack the specific tags and holograms that authenticate genuine Kappa merchandise from this period.
⚽ Notable wearers
Notable players who wore this kit include Álvaro Recoba, who was a key figure during the 1998 FIFA World Cup. The kit is remembered for its role in Uruguay's matches against teams like Italy and Norway during the tournament.
