The Argentina 1976 Home Retro Football Jersey recalls an important transitional period in the history of the Argentine national team. Under head coach César Luis Menotti, Argentina was developing its squad and playing style in preparation for the 1978 FIFA World Cup, which the country would host two years later. The 1976 international programme included a memorable 3–1 friendly victory over Peru, reflecting the team's preparations for a new chapter in Argentine football.
The national side featured players including Enzo Trossero and Raúl Francisco Agüero, who were associated with Argentina's international matches during this period. Menotti's approach emphasised technical ability, intelligent movement and attacking football, laying the foundations for the national team's subsequent success. The 1976 campaign therefore represents an interesting moment between Argentina's earlier international generations and the squad that would eventually win the country's first World Cup.
The jersey features Argentina's iconic vertical sky-blue-and-white stripes, presented in a clean, traditional design characteristic of 1970s international football. A distinctive open crew-neck collar gives the shirt a classic vintage silhouette, while the national association crest appears on the chest. The original design was available in both short-sleeved and long-sleeved versions and was traditionally paired with plain black shorts and white socks. With its understated appearance, historical significance and connection to Argentina's preparations for the 1978 World Cup, this heritage home jersey is a timeless addition to any collection of classic international football shirts.
Please refer to the size guidance on this product page for detailed measurements.
Argentina 1976 Home Jersey
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Size Guidance (Retro Jersey)
Size Chest (in) Length (in) Rec. Height (ft/in) Rec. Weight (lb) S 39 28 65–67 121–132 M 41 28 67–69 132–154 L 43 29 69–71 154–176 XL 44 30 71–75 176–198 XXL 46 31 75–79 198–220 Note: All sizes are for reference only. Manual measurement may result in an error of ±1 inch.
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TOP FIT
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WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
- DO NOT use fabric softener
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not dry clean
- Touch up with cool iron
- Machine wash warm
- Wash and iron inside out
- Remove immediately
- LINE DRY
Season Information
Information
Details
Season / Year
1976
National Team
Argentina
Country
Argentina
Confederation
CONMEBOL
Competition(s)
International Friendlies
Notable Match
Argentina 3–1 Peru
Head Coach
César Luis Menotti
Key Players
Enzo Trossero, Raúl Francisco Agüero
Historical Context
Preparations for the 1978 FIFA World Cup
1978 World Cup Qualification
Automatically qualified as host nation
Kit Type
Home
Primary Colours
Sky Blue and White
Collar
Open crew-neck design with a traditional collar
Sleeve Versions
Short Sleeve and Long Sleeve
Club / National Crest
AFA crest on the chest
Shorts
Plain black
Socks
Plain white
Historical Significance
An early Argentina home design featuring the national association crest on the shirt
The Argentina 1976 Home Jersey represents a transitional period in the national team's football history. Under César Luis Menotti, Argentina was preparing for the 1978 FIFA World Cup on home soil. The 1976 design introduced a more distinctive national-team identity, combining Argentina's traditional sky-blue-and-white stripes with an association crest and a classic open-neck collar.

































