Juventus Away Shirt 1997/98 - Zinedine Zidane #21 (L)

PRODUCT DETAILS

PLAYER: Zinedine Zidane

TEAM: Juventus

SEASON: 1997/98

SIZE: L

CONDITION: Good

THE STORY BEHIND THE SHIRT

This Juventus 1997/98 away shirt represents one of the finest seasons in the illustrious career of Zinedine Zidane. Having joined the Italian giants from Bordeaux in 1996, the French playmaker quickly established himself as one of the most elegant and influential midfielders in world football. Renowned for his exceptional technique, vision and effortless control, Zidane became the creative heartbeat of Marcello Lippi's Juventus side. During the 1997/98 campaign, he played a crucial role in helping the Bianconeri secure their second consecutive Serie A title, finishing the season with a commanding five-point lead over Inter Milan. Juventus also reached their third consecutive UEFA Champions League final, although they suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Real Madrid. Zidane's outstanding performances throughout the season further cemented his reputation as one of the world's elite players, and he went on to reach the pinnacle of international football by leading France to World Cup glory in the summer of 1998. Later that year, he was awarded the prestigious Ballon d'Or, capping off an extraordinary period in his career. A classic shirt from a golden era of Italian football, capturing the brilliance of a midfield maestro who would go on to become one of the greatest players in the history of the game.