THE SHIRT ARCHIVE
The Bruised Banana, 1991–93

1991–93 · Away · The JVC Years

The Bruised Banana

Yellow with a dark zig-zag print — mocked then, revered now.

Manufacturer
Adidas
Sponsor
JVC

Historical background

Adidas produced this away shirt for 1991–93. Its nickname comes from the bruise-like graphic over yellow, and it has become one of football's most sought-after designs.

Design story

Yellow base with a bold black and red chevron graphic and Adidas stripes on the shoulders.

Notable moments

  • Worn across 1991–92 and 1992–93

On the pitch

The bruised banana away shirt in action, 1991–93.
The bruised banana away shirt in action, 1991–93.