Aston Villa 1994/95 Third Shirt

Description

Third shirt worn by Aston Villa F.C. during the 1994–95 season, a turbulent but ultimately pivotal campaign that saw major changes both on and off the pitch as the club narrowly preserved its Premier League status while laying the foundations for future success.

The shirt features a clean white base, complemented by a maroon collar with navy stripes. The understated design offered a stylish alternative to Villa’s traditional claret and blue colours, making it one of the club’s most distinctive third shirts of the 1990s.

The season began under manager Ron Atkinson, who had guided Villa to League Cup success only months earlier. However, a poor run of league form led to his dismissal in November 1994. After a brief caretaker spell from Jim Barron, former Villa player Brian Little was appointed and immediately began reshaping the squad for the future.

Aston Villa endured a difficult Premier League campaign, finishing 18th with 48 points. Ordinarily, such a finish would have resulted in relegation, but due to the league restructuring from 22 clubs to 20 clubs, only the bottom four teams were relegated, allowing Villa to survive following a crucial late-season improvement under Brian Little.

In Europe, Villa produced one of their standout moments of the season by defeating Inter Milan on penalties in the UEFA Cup before eventually being eliminated by Trabzonspor on away goals. Domestic cup competitions proved less successful, with Villa unable to defend their League Cup crown and exiting the FA Cup in the Fourth Round.

The squad was led by Welsh striker Dean Saunders, who finished as the club’s top scorer with 17 goals in all competitions, including 15 in the Premier League. Supporting contributions came from a young Dwight Yorke, while defender Steve Staunton provided important creativity from the back. Other key figures included Paul McGrath, Ugo Ehiogu, Shaun Teale, Andy Townsend and goalkeeper Mark Bosnich.

Brian Little also began assembling the squad that would bring renewed success to Villa Park, introducing future key players such as Ian Taylor and Alan Wright. Their arrivals signalled the beginning of a new era that would quickly bear fruit.

Worn during a season of survival, transition, and rebuilding, this third shirt represents a crucial turning point in Aston Villa’s modern history. While results were often difficult, the foundations laid during 1994–95 would help propel the club to a 4th-place finish and another League Cup triumph just one year later.

Specification & Sizes

Sizing Notice These retro shirts tend to be tighter fitting than modern cuts. We recommend ordering a size up for a more comfortable fit. For example if you are size large order a size XL.

Size	Length (CM)	Pit to Pit (CM)
S	71	51
M	73	53
L	75	55
XL	77	57
XXL	81	60

This chart is intended as a guide, minor deviations can be expected. Length is measured from the top of the shoulder to the hem, width is measured between armpits. All measurements are in cm.

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Washing Instructions

Care Instructions To keep your shirt looking its best for years to come, please follow these guidelines carefully.

🌡️ Temperature

Wash at 30°C maximum. Higher temperatures can damage the fabric, fade colours, and crack printed lettering.

🔄 Cycle

Use a gentle or delicate cycle only. Avoid heavy spin cycles which can distort the shirt shape.

👕 Inside Out

Always turn the shirt inside out before washing to protect the back print, badges, and any embroidery.

🧴 Detergent

Use a mild liquid detergent. Avoid powder detergents, bleach, or fabric softeners as these can degrade print quality.

💨 Drying

Air dry only — lay flat or hang away from direct sunlight. Do not tumble dry as heat will shrink fabric and damage prints.

🔥 Ironing

Do not iron directly over printed areas or badges. If needed, iron on the reverse side only using a low heat setting.

Do not dry clean. Do not wring or twist. Wash separately from items with zips or rough textures that could snag the fabric.

⚠️ Back Print & Badge Care Printed names, numbers, and woven badges are particularly sensitive to heat and abrasion. Always wash inside out, never iron over them directly, and avoid contact with rough surfaces during washing.

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Aston Villa 1994/95 Third Shirt