Retro France Jerseys: 1996, 1998, 2006 and 2018
The most famous retro France shirt is the 1998 home jersey, blue with a red and white band across the chest, from the World Cup France won at home. We also stock the white 1998 away, the Euro 96 home with its laced collar, the home and away shirts from the 2006 World Cup, when France reached the final in Germany, and the 2018 home from France's second World Cup win.
Retro shirts on FashionOwn are new shirts made in past designs, not vintage or match-worn originals. Here's what each one looks like, going by our own product photos.
France's classic shirts, by year
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France 1996 Home Retro Soccer Jersey: blue with a laced white collar, red and white stripes down the sleeves, and a number 10 on the front in our photos. France reached the semi-finals of Euro 96 in England.
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France 1998 World Cup Home Retro Soccer Jersey: blue with a white collar and a red band and white stripes across the chest. France won the 1998 World Cup on home soil, beating Brazil 3–0 in the final at the Stade de France.
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France 1998 World Cup Away Retro Soccer Jersey: the white away version: a blue band and red stripes across the chest, with a blue and red collar.
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France 2006 World Cup Home Retro Soccer Jersey: blue with red side panels and white shoulder stripes. France reached the final in Berlin and lost to Italy on penalties.
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France 2006 World Cup Away Retro Soccer Jersey: white with red curved panels down the sides and a blue and red fade across the chest.
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France 2018 World Cup Home Retro Soccer Jersey: dark navy with brighter blue sleeves and a button collar. France won the 2018 World Cup in Russia, beating Croatia 4–2 in the final.
How to choose one
- For a World Cup win: the 1998 home or away, or the 2018 home.
- For a famous final: the 2006 shirts, from Zinedine Zidane's last match.
- For something less common: the Euro 96 shirt, with its laced collar.
- For a modern fit: the 2018 shirt is the closest to today's cuts.
Blue or white?
France's home shirt is blue, and their away shirt is traditionally white, with the red of the tricolour as the accent on both. The 1998 home is the shirt most people picture. The white 1998 and 2006 away shirts are just as recognisable to anyone who watched those tournaments, and they're a good second shirt.
Sizing a retro France shirt
Cuts change between eras, so check the measurements on each product page. Measure a shirt you like flat across the chest and compare; if you're between sizes, go up one. Our size chart in inches and cm has the full numbers.
Names and numbers
On products that offer it, you can add a name of up to 12 characters and a number of up to two digits, with a preview before it goes in your cart. Printing is currently free, and personalised shirts can't be returned. Number 10 is the classic choice on a 1998 or 2006 shirt.
Looking after it
Wash it inside out on a cold (30°C) gentle cycle with no bleach or fabric softener, hang it to dry and keep the iron off any print or badge. White away shirts are best washed with whites and light colours only.
Delivery and returns
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days, most arrive within 7–14 business days, and shipping is free on all US orders. Unused, unworn shirts in their original condition and packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery under our Refund Policy.
Frequently asked questions
Are these original vintage France shirts?
No. They're new shirts made in past designs. They aren't vintage, match-worn or second-hand.
Which retro France shirts are from World Cup wins?
The 1998 home and away shirts and the 2018 home shirt.
What happened in the 2006 final?
France drew 1–1 with Italy in Berlin and lost on penalties. It was Zinedine Zidane's final professional match.
Is FashionOwn connected to the French football federation?
No. FashionOwn is an independent retailer and isn't affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any club, national association or kit manufacturer.
