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Original Aston Villa FC Home Jersey 1987-1989 - L

£237.00
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Size: L

Armpit to Armpit: 55 cm
Shoulder to hem: 72.5 cm


Condition Details

Some pin holes are professionally covered on the inside. Rare longsleeved classic with the hummel template best known of Denmark 1986 but worn by many more!

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Product Care
  • Cold Wash, preferably hand wash
  • Turn item inside out
  • Do not iron, steaming prefered
  • Do not bleach
  • No fabric softener
  • Do not tumble dry
Season Information
  • 1987-1989 Home Jersey
  • Players: David Platt, Alan McInally, Gordon Cowans
  • Brand: Hummel
  • Sponsor: Mita Copiers

In 1987–88, Aston Villa, under Graham Taylor, were competing in the Second Division after relegation the previous year. The campaign was all about bouncing back, and Villa did just that by finishing 2nd, securing automatic promotion behind Millwall. Key mid-season signings like David Platt and Andy Gray strengthened the squad, while Alan McInally provided goals. Cup runs were modest, but the season was remembered as a successful rebuilding year that restored Villa to the top flight.
The following year, 1988–89, Villa’s return to the First Division proved far more challenging. Despite the momentum of promotion, the team struggled for consistency and finished 17th, narrowly avoiding relegation. There were still highlights, such as dominant derby victories over Birmingham City, but overall it was a season of survival. The return of Gordon Cowans added experience, while David Platt emerged as the standout performer, beginning to establish himself as one of the league’s most dynamic midfielders.

Key players across 1987–89: David Platt, Alan McInally, Gordon Cowans