About
Relive one of the most emotional days in Manchester City history with the Manchester City 1999 Wembley Shirt, a tribute to the unforgettable afternoon the Sky Blues climbed their way back to the second tier of English football. On 30th May 1999, Joe Royle's Manchester City faced Gillingham in the Second Division Play-Off Final at the old Wembley, in a match that has gone down in club folklore. Trailing 2:0 with just minutes to play, City produced one of football's most dramatic comebacks : goals from Kevin Horlock and an injury-time stunner from Paul Dickov forced extra time, before the Sky Blues finally clinched promotion via a penalty shootout. It remains one of the most cathartic, jubilant moments ever witnessed by the Maine Road faithful.
This shirt commemorates that historic Wembley afternoon and the team that delivered it : a side full of grit, heart, and cult heroes including Nicky Weaver, Andy Morrison, Shaun Goater, Terry Cooke, Kevin Horlock, and the goal-scoring hero himself, Paul Dickov. Faithfully reproduced with all the detail of the original matchday shirt, this retro release lets you wear a true piece of Manchester City history. Whether you're a lifelong Blue, a collector of legendary play-off final kits, or simply someone who remembers the elation of that day at Wembley, this shirt is a wearable reminder of one of the most defining moments in the modern Manchester City story.
Features
- Authentic 1999 Wembley Design : Faithful reproduction of the shirt worn during Manchester City's historic Play-Off Final victory over Gillingham.
- Commemorative Final Detailing : Period-correct match-day styling that captures the look of the original Wembley shirt.
- Classic Sky Blue Colourway : The unmistakable Manchester City palette, recreated in period-correct tones.
- Premium Soft-Touch Fabric : Lightweight, breathable polyester delivering a vintage feel with modern comfort.
- Embroidered Club Crest : High-quality stitched Manchester City badge for a premium, long-lasting finish.
- Period-Correct Collar Detail : Classic collar styling that captures the look of the original late-'90s match shirt.
- Sponsor & Trim Accuracy : Sleeve cuffs, hem, and contrast detailing recreated from archive references for true authenticity.
- Relaxed Retro Fit : Cut to the slightly looser silhouette typical of late-'90s football shirts, perfect for an authentic vintage look.
- Twin-Needle Stitching : Reinforced seams at the sleeves and hem for added durability and a clean finish.
What's in the box
1 x Manchester City 1999 Wembley Shirt
