Sunderland football shirt 1997

A true classic from Sunderland in 1997 – with Asics on the chest and the Stadium of Light as the new home ground.

• Brand: Asics
• Year: 1997
• Size: XL

Football memories

Debut at the Stadium of Light

The 1997–1998 season marked the beginning of a new era for Sunderland, as the club moved from the legendary Roker Park to the modern Stadium of Light. The transition symbolised both renewal and faith in the future, and Asics was behind an elegant red and white shirt with a black collar that immediately became a fan favourite.

Quinn and Phillips – a duo in the making

It was during this period that the iconic attacking duo Niall Quinn and Kevin Phillips began to find their rhythm. Quinn was already established, and Phillips arrived shortly after – and together they would soon define the club's golden Championship years. The shirt was worn by workhorses and crowd favourites like Lee Clark and Michael Gray.

Playoff drama and the season of expectation

Sunderland fought their way to a place in the playoff final against Charlton – a match that ended 4–4 and was decided in a penalty shootout. It was heartbreaking, but also a sign that the club was on the right track. The shirt became a symbol of both the pain and the hope that only football can deliver.

An icon from a new beginning

This vintage Asics shirt in size XL is more than just fabric – it is a story of Sunderland's rebirth, passion, and fighting spirit. Perfectly preserved and full of history.

Will you own the shirt worn in the shadow of Roker and the light of a new stadium?