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USMNT 2002 2004 Away Shirt Nike Vintage USA Soccer Jersey - Men's XL / Large

📅 JERSEY PRODUCTION & ON-FIELD TIMELINE

First Season Used (Debut): Early 2002 (Introduced ahead of the historic 2002 FIFA World Cup campaign).
Last Season Used (End): Early 2004 (Phased out prior to the 2004/05 international cycle).

📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE JERSEY

🎨 Physical Design Details

Up for sale is an authentic vintage 2002-2004 United States Men's National Team (USMNT) Away Shirt engineered by Nike. As showcased in file ESTADOS UNIDOS USA (60).jpg, this iconic jersey features the team's vibrant red away colorway from the early 2000s. The design highlights a stylized thick navy blue and white layered V-neck collar, with matching navy and white contrast elasticated cuffs lining the short sleeves.

The shirt is constructed with Nike’s innovative dual-layer paneling from the era, incorporating breathable open-hole mesh cooling panels down the flanks and across the shoulders to regulate temperature. As detailed in file ESTADOS UNIDOS USA (61).jpg, the right chest displays a white embroidered Nike Swoosh logo, while the left chest features a securely stitched, premium woven vintage US Soccer federation crest patch complete with its signature three-star layout.

⚽ Historical Era: The 2002 World Cup Quarter-Final Run

The Golden Generation: This specific jersey design is etched into American soccer history. It represents the legendary 2002 squad led by Bruce Arena that shocked the globe in South Korea/Japan, defeating arch-rivals Mexico in the Round of 16 to reach the World Cup Quarter-finals. This era featured iconic figures such as Landon Donovan, Clint Mathis, DaMarcus Beasley, and Brian McBride.

📝 ITEM SPECIFICS

Brand: Nike (Vintage Swoosh Era)
Size: Men's Large / XL (Measures approx. 22" pit-to-pit—please check dimensions below)
Product: Short Sleeve Official Away Kit / Jersey
Team: United States Men's National Soccer Team (USMNT)
Season: 2002 - 2004
Graphics: Embroidered Nike Swoosh; Stitched Woven National Team Crest Patch
Fabric Details: High-ventilation mesh paneling integrated along the sides and upper back
Country/Region of Manufacture: Imported

✨ CONDITION

Overall Condition: Very Good pre-owned vintage condition. A highly collectible jersey from the most successful modern World Cup run in USMNT history.
Fabric: The red body fabric maintains excellent color depth and structural integrity. Mesh side panels remain completely free of major snags or tears. Shows only light, expected signs of normal vintage wear.
Graphics & Stitching: Both the embroidered Nike Swoosh and the stitched federation badge are in superb condition, remaining tightly attached with no loose threads or fraying.

📐 SIZING AND MEASUREMENTS

Fit Profile: Relaxed early-2000s loose fit. While this era's cuts are generally roomy, please rely on the physical measurements below to ensure a perfect fit for your collection or wardrobe.

📏 EXACT MEASUREMENTS

Chest Width (Pit-to-Pit): Approximately 22 inches (approx. 56 cm), measured flat across the chest from armpit seam to armpit seam, as precisely demonstrated with the measuring tape layout in file ESTADOS UNIDOS USA (62).jpg.

📦 SHIPPING & ALGORITHM BONUSES

Handling Time: Securely packaged and mailed out within 24 hours of completed payment.
Service: Sent via high-priority mail networks with tracking numbers immediately updated onto your order dashboard.
Packaging: Neatly folded and protected inside a secure, waterproof poly-mailer envelope to eliminate any risk of weather damage during transit.
Seller Notes: Dispatched straight from a clean, pet-free, and smoke-free storage facility. Prompt, professional service is fully guaranteed. Please send over a message if you need any additional details!

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