Nike - Australia 2018 Away Football Shirt 'IRVINE'

This Australia 2018 away shirt was made by Nike and features Jackson Irvine’s #22 nameset together with the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia sleeve patch. Worn during the Socceroos’ campaign in Russia, the shirt comes from Irvine’s first World Cup and a period in which he was establishing himself as an important part of the Australian national team.

The design moves away from Australia’s traditional gold with a deep green base complemented by bright volt-yellow detailing. A sweeping graphic runs diagonally across the front, while the Nike Swoosh, player number and nameset use the same vivid colour for contrast. The Australian crest sits on the chest, while the star detail at the back of the neck completes one of Nike’s more distinctive Socceroos away designs.

Australia arrived at the 2018 World Cup under Bert van Marwijk and were drawn into a difficult group alongside France, Denmark and Peru. The Socceroos narrowly lost 2–1 to eventual champions France before drawing 1–1 with Denmark and finishing their campaign against Peru. Irvine featured during the tournament as part of a squad that also included Tim Cahill, Mile Jedinak, Aaron Mooy and Mathew Ryan.

For Irvine, Russia 2018 represented the beginning of what would become a long international career with the Socceroos. The combination of his #22 nameset, World Cup patch and the striking green away design makes this a particularly appealing Australia shirt from the modern era.

Shirt condition: 8.5/10