The Shirt That Made a Nation Dream
The Design: Classic with Meaning
Deep blue, red and white stripes, gold trim, and just enough arrogance.
Made by adidas, the shirt’s bold horizontal chest lines echoed the French tricolore — proudly and unapologetically. On the back: Zidane #10, a number that would become sacred in French football.
But what makes this version special is the subtle dedication on the chest: “Pour Toi” — For You. A quiet message of love, loyalty or motivation, depending on who you ask. The shirt became a gift, a tribute, a reminder of who it was all for.
The Night: 12 July 1998, Paris
90,000 fans in the Stade de France. Brazil on the other side.
Zinedine Zidane rises — once, twice — to head France into the history books.
France 3 - 0 Brazil.
The host nation lifts the World Cup for the very first time, and a team of diverse backgrounds becomes one united front. It wasn’t just about football anymore — it was about identity, belonging, and hope.
This shirt became the uniform of that emotion.
The Legacy: Zidane, Immortal
Zidane’s performance in that final didn’t just win a match — it defined a generation. Calm, elegant, unstoppable. The image of him walking off the pitch, arms raised, #10 on his back — it’s etched into global football memory.
The ‘Pour Toi’ edition adds another layer to the story. A quiet detail that makes this version personal. Human. Emotional. A collector’s dream, and a cultural artifact.
Why This Shirt Matters
- 🏆 Worn during France’s first ever World Cup victory
- 🌟 Associated with one of Zidane’s greatest performances
- ✍️ Rare ‘Pour Toi’ edition with added emotional value
- 🇫🇷 Symbol of national unity and sporting history
It’s more than just a beautiful shirt. It’s a milestone in world football.
Final Whistle
Every country dreams of the moment.
France got theirs — under the Paris lights, with Zidane in this very shirt.
And in that moment, everyone wanted to be French.
publication date: 26-05-2025
Some shirts are remembered for style.
Others, for moments.
This one — for changing history.
The France 1998 home shirt is stitched into the national consciousness. It’s more than a kit — it’s a symbol of pride, unity, and the night a nation finally believed it could stand on top of the world.