Sierra Leone 3

 

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vs. Niger (1:0) | AFCON Qualifiers | 2011 in Sierra Leone

This Sierra Leone shirt is an absolute beast - and a total classic within the national team collectors scene, I would say. It is up there among the most exciting national team shirts ever, for sure.

When it was worn, in 2011, Sierra Leone football was in a sorry state. They did not qualify to many tournaments and while the 2012 AFCON qualifier was successful, it was not enough to qualify once again. But, they somehow got a deal with Danish brand Hummel, which resulted in this absolutely insane shirt, featuring a lion and all colours of the Sierra Leone flag. It was sold across the world and got some traction back then - and later became one of the most sought after obscure national team shirts.

Personally, I am not too fond of it, to be honest. Sure, it is a spectacular shirt and as I do own enough red, white or blue Adidas templates, I am super pleased it exists and I am lucky enough that I could get one for about 80€. Still, it is not among favourite shirts either. It just looks a bit cheap, if we are totally honest.