West Ham United 1995/97 Centenary Home Shirt

Description

Home shirt worn by West Ham United F.C. during the 1995 to 1997 Centenary era, marking 100 years since the club’s formation as Thames Ironworks.

The shirt features a classic maroon base paired with bold blue sleeves, creating one of the most recognisable and traditional colour combinations in West Ham’s modern history. A simple blue collar completes the design, giving it a clean and balanced finish that reflects the understated but iconic styling of mid-1990s football kits. The overall look captures both heritage and continuity during a period of transition at Upton Park.

This shirt is closely associated with the Harry Redknapp era at West Ham United F.C., a defining spell of Premier League consolidation and squad rebuilding. The 1995–96 season saw the club settle comfortably into mid-table safety, highlighted by a strong run of form in early 1996 that removed any lingering relegation concerns.

Key contributions came from veteran striker Tony Cottee, while experienced defender Julian Dicks also provided important goals and leadership. This period also marked a historic breakthrough for the club’s academy, with future England internationals Rio Ferdinand and Frank Lampard making their senior debuts.

The 1996–97 campaign proved far more turbulent, as ambitious but risky recruitment failed to deliver consistent results. Players such as Florin Răducioiu and Paulo Futre struggled with form and injuries, leading to instability in the squad. However, mid-season signings including John Hartson and Paul Kitson proved crucial, with Kitson’s goals helping secure Premier League survival in a tense finish to the season.

This Centenary shirt remains an iconic West Ham design, symbolising both the club’s proud heritage and a pivotal Premier League era defined by rebuilding, emerging academy talent, and dramatic late-season turnarounds.

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.

Delivery & Returns

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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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