Portugal 1996 Away Short Sleeve Football Shirt [As worn by Couto, Figo & Rui Costa]

Description

This is the fully-customizable short-sleeve away kit for Portugal’s Euro 1996 campaign.

Portugal entered the Euro 1996 tournament with high hopes, fielding a team brimming with talent and experience. Under the guidance of coach António Oliveira, the Portuguese squad aimed to make a significant impact in the tournament held in England. The group stage saw Portugal placed in Group D alongside Croatia, Denmark, and Turkey. Portugal’s journey began with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against defending champions Denmark. Sá Pinto scored a crucial equalizer in the second half, showcasing Portugal’s resilience and attacking prowess.

Building on their solid start, Portugal faced Turkey in their second group match. Fernando Couto’s solitary goal secured a narrow but vital 1-0 victory, putting Portugal in a strong position to advance to the knockout stages. The defense, marshaled by Vítor Baía and Fernando Couto, was resolute, ensuring a clean sheet and demonstrating the team’s defensive solidity.

The final group match was a decisive encounter against Croatia. Portugal needed a win to secure the top spot in the group, and they delivered a commanding performance. Goals from Luís Figo, Sá Pinto, and Domingos Paciência sealed a 3-0 victory, showcasing Portugal’s attacking flair and clinical finishing. This comprehensive win not only confirmed their progression to the quarter-finals but also sent a strong message to their rivals.

Portugal finished the group stage as leaders with seven points, having scored five goals and conceded just one. Their impressive performances in the group stage set the stage for a challenging quarter-final clash against the Czech Republic. The match was a tightly contested affair, with both teams showing tactical discipline and defensive organization. Despite their best efforts, Portugal was unable to break the deadlock and suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat, ending their Euro 1996 campaign.

Throughout the tournament, Portugal’s squad displayed a blend of youthful exuberance and experienced leadership. Key players like Vítor Baía, Fernando Couto, Luís Figo, and Rui Costa played pivotal roles, while the emergence of young talents like João Pinto and Ricardo Sá Pinto provided a glimpse of the future of Portuguese football.

Notable Players: Vítor Baía, Carlos Secretário, Paulinho Santos, Oceano da Cruz, Fernando Couto, José Tavares, Vítor Paneira, João Vieira Pinto, Ricardo Sá Pinto, Rui Costa, Jorge Cadete, Alfredo Castro, Dimas Teixeira, Pedro Barbosa, Domingos Paciência, Hélder Cristóvão, Hugo Porfírio, António Folha, Paulo Sousa, Luís Figo, Paulo Madeira, Rui Correia.

Main Points

• This is a brand new jersey with its tags attached. It has never been worn, washed or used.
• The jersey is 100% polyester. It’s breathable, and made for a life on the move.
• Fully customizable with the name and number of your favourite player or even yours! Just choose the Custom Jersey Option and then message us your desired name and number or write them in the order’s notes at checkout.
• Replica Version. This jersey is a remake of the official one, made with the exact same materials, look, and feel.
• Tighter fit: make sure you choose the right sizing. We recommend buying one size bigger than you usually wear. This will ensure the jersey will fit.

Sizing Guidelines

This jersey comes in five sizes, which have a tiny difference: they’re a smaller fit. Our suggestion is to pick your size 1 size bigger than you usually would. If you usually wear an M, pick an L. If you usually wear an S, pick an M.