Saudi Arabia football jersey 2014

Green. Simple. Recognizable. This Saudi Arabian football jersey dates from a period when the national team was working to return to the world elite after several years without participation in World Cups. At the same time, investments in Saudi football were growing, long before the rest of the world truly became aware of the development.

Facts

Club/National Team: Saudi Arabia
Brand: Nike
Year: 2014
Size: Medium
Condition: Good used condition. However, several small pulls at the bottom of the jersey.

FOOTBALL MEMORIES

For many European fans, Saudi Arabia is still associated with the 1994 World Cup in the USA. At that time, the nation surprised the entire football world by reaching the round of 16, and Saeed Al-Owairan's solo goal against Belgium is still considered among the most iconic World Cup goals ever.

This football jersey was launched in 2014, while Saudi Arabia was trying to regain its former strength. The team did not qualify for the World Cup in Brazil, but the foundation was laid for the generation that, a few years later, secured the country's first World Cup participation since 2006.

The design is characteristically Saudi Arabian. The bright green color represents the nation's flag and is among the most recognizable national team colors in international football. Nike chose a clean and minimalist expression, where the national team emblem and colors are allowed to be the focal point.

For collectors, the jersey is interesting as a piece of modern national team history from the time before Saudi Arabia's enormous investment in international football.

When Saudi Arabia sensationally defeated Argentina at the 2022 World Cup, many thought back to the country's proud football history. This jersey dates from the years just before that development truly took off.

Do you best remember Saudi Arabia's adventure at the 1994 World Cup or the shock victory over Argentina at the 2022 World Cup?