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Anfield '89, 1988–90

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Anfield '89

The shirt of 'It's up for grabs now' — Michael Thomas at Anfield.

Manufacturer
Adidas
Sponsor
JVC

Historical background

Needing to win by two goals at Anfield on the final night of 1988–89, Arsenal did exactly that, Michael Thomas scoring in stoppage time to take the title.

Design story

Adidas three stripes over white sleeves and a jacquard shadow pattern across the red body.

Notable moments

  • Title decider at Anfield, 26 May 1989