{"product_id":"maillot-france-1998-exterieur","title":"France 1998 Away Jersey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuly 3, 1998. Before the final, there was the need to survive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst Italy, France wears its white jersey. For 120 minutes, neither team gives an inch. Then comes the penalty shootout: Zidane leads the way, Barthez denies Albertini, and the final Italian shot by Luigi Di Biagio hits the crossbar. France wins 4–3 and continues its journey toward history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe France 98 white jersey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis modern retro reproduction recreates the iconic away silhouette: a white base, a wide navy blue band crossed by red lines, a tri-color polo collar, and blue-white-red accents extending to the sleeves. Above the rooster, there is no star: during the tournament, it did not yet exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e03.07.1998 — Stade de France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFRANCE 0–0 ITALY\u003cbr\u003ePENALTIES: 4–3\u003cbr\u003eTHE JOURNEY CONTINUES.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrance vs. Italy 1998: The night of penalties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quarter-final is tight, physical, and suffocating. Zinédine Zidane converts the first French penalty. Bixente Lizarazu misses his, Demetrio Albertini fails in turn, and then Laurent Blanc provides the decisive advantage. Di Biagio hits the bar: Les Bleus are in the semi-finals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jersey tells less of a brilliant victory and more of a collective resistance. The moment a team understood it could go all the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the 1998 France away jersey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWhite base and retro cut inspired by the 1998 away kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNavy blue horizontal band with red lines across the chest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWhite polo collar trimmed in blue and red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTri-color bands extending to the sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCrest without a star, true to the tournament period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBack blank in photos; customization available separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a modern retro reproduction inspired by the period kit. It is not presented as an original 1998 piece, a match-worn jersey, or an official or licensed product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo kits, one story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white carried Les Bleus through the tensest quarter-final of the tournament. The blue then accompanied the night of glory. Also discover the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maillot-france-1998-domicile\"\u003eFrance 1998 Zidane #10 home jersey\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as our collection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/maillots-retro\"\u003eretro jerseys\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArchive sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNational Team: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCompetition: 1998 World Cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKit: Away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVisual version: Starless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKey match: France vs. Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDate: July 3, 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVenue: Stade de France, Saint-Denis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eScore: 0–0 after extra time, 4–3 on penalties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this version\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does this jersey not feature a star?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the star was added after the final victory. The kits worn during the 1998 World Cup did not have one yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the jersey sold with a name and number?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The photos show the version sold without a name or number. Customization remains available via the configurator when the option is selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDid Zidane play in the quarter-final against Italy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. He started the match and also converted the first French penalty during the shootout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this an original 1998 jersey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a modern retro reproduction inspired by the historic away kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model is offered from S to XXL. Consult the size guide on the product page to choose the appropriate fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat can it be paired with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts white base pairs easily with raw denim, navy blue trousers, or retro shorts for a heritage football look.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Footify","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":41704281735226,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":41704281767994,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":41704281800762,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":41704281833530,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"XXL","offer_id":41704281866298,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/1831\/0714\/files\/maillot-france-1998-exterieur-face.png?v=1790433096","url":"https:\/\/myfootify.com\/en\/products\/maillot-france-1998-exterieur","provider":"My Footify","version":"1.0","type":"link"}