Western Sydney Wanderers’ 2012/14 period covers the club’s remarkable first two seasons, when they immediately established themselves as a force in Australian football. In 2012/13, the Wanderers won the A-League Premiers’ Plate in their debut campaign before falling to Central Coast Mariners in the Grand Final. The following season brought another runners-up finish in the league, but the biggest achievement came in Asia as Tony Popovic’s side won the AFC Champions League, with players such as Shinji Ono, Ante Covic and Youssouf Hersi becoming early club legends.
The home shirt is built around the striking red and black hoops that quickly became synonymous with the newly formed Wanderers. Nike produced the jersey, with the alternating hoops running across the body and the club crest and Nike Swoosh standing out against the bold colours. The combination is simple but instantly recognisable, giving the shirt that distinctive early-Wanderers appearance.
This Western Sydney Wanderers 2012/14 Home Shirt in Medium is a particularly significant piece for collectors because it comes from the formative years of the club. It links directly to the Premiers’ Plate-winning debut season and the historic 2014 Champions League triumph, making it much more than an ordinary A-League shirt.
