The Bahia 1988 Home Retro Football Jersey celebrates one of the greatest achievements in Brazilian football history. Under manager Evaristo de Macedo, Esporte Clube Bahia captured the 1988 Campeonato Brasileiro title, defeating Internacional 2–1 on aggregate in the championship final. The victory secured Bahia's second Brazilian national championship, following their historic triumph in 1959, and established the club's place among the most celebrated teams of the late 1980s.
The championship-winning squad featured outstanding players including Bobô, Charles, Zé Carlos and João Marcelo. Bobô delivered the decisive performance in the final, scoring twice during Bahia's 2–1 first-leg victory at Fonte Nova. A disciplined defensive display in the return match secured a goalless draw and confirmed the championship. The achievement remains a defining moment in Bahia's history, remembered by generations of supporters across Salvador and beyond.
The jersey features a clean white base with royal-blue detailing, reflecting Bahia's traditional home colours. A distinctive blue V-neck collar, matching sleeve cuffs and blue shoulder stripes create a classic late-1980s appearance. The circular Esporte Clube Bahia crest appears on the chest, while bold red Coca-Cola lettering provides a striking contrast against the white fabric. Combining traditional club colours with the heritage of Bahia's historic championship-winning era, this retro-style shirt is a memorable addition to any collection of classic Brazilian football apparel.
Please refer to the size guidance on this product page for detailed measurements.
Bahia 1988 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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Rec. Player Printing Options
For the Bahia 1988 Home Retro Jersey, traditional number-only printing is recommended. Brazilian football teams generally used match-specific shirt numbers during this period, rather than permanent player-name and number combinations.
Best Printing Choice: 10 (BOBÔ)
Other Strong Options: 9 (CHARLES) / 1 (RONALDO) / UNPRINTED
Printing
Recommendation
10 (Bobô)
Best Choice – The outstanding attacking figure of Bahia's championship-winning team, scoring both goals in the first leg of the 1988 Brazilian Championship final.
9 (Charles)
Attacking Option – Charles was an important member of Bahia's successful late-1980s squad. The number is a traditional centre-forward selection and requires match-specific verification.
1 (Ronaldo)
Goalkeeping Option – Represents the goalkeeper associated with Bahia's championship-winning generation.
Number to Be Confirmed (Zé Carlos)
Midfield Option – A member of the historic championship-winning team. Exact match-specific numbering should be checked.
Number to Be Confirmed (João Marcelo)
Defensive Option – Represents the defensive strength of Bahia's 1988 title-winning squad.
UNPRINTED
Classic Choice – Preserves the shirt's clean white appearance, blue detailing and prominent club crest.
Historical Note: Number 10 is strongly associated with Bobô, but exact match-day numbering should be checked when reproducing a specific fixture. The other suggested numbers are not all independently verified for the 1988 season.
DETAILED RECOMMENDATION
We recommend 10 (BOBÔ) as the best printing choice for the Bahia 1988 Home Retro Jersey.
Bobô was one of the defining figures of Bahia's historic Brazilian Championship triumph. His two goals against Internacional in the first leg of the final proved decisive, helping the club secure its second national title.
For collectors interested in Bahia's championship-winning generation, CHARLES is another meaningful choice, representing the team's attacking quality during this successful period.
However, for supporters who prefer the most traditional appearance, the UNPRINTED version is also highly recommended.
10 (BOBÔ) offers the strongest historical connection to Bahia's unforgettable 1988 championship victory.
Season Information
Information
Details
Season
1988
Club
Esporte Clube Bahia
Country
Brazil
City
Salvador, Bahia
Competitions
Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, Campeonato Baiano
Brazilian Championship Result
Champions
Championship Final
Defeated Internacional 2–1 on aggregate
Final First Leg
Bahia 2–1 Internacional
Final Second Leg
Internacional 0–0 Bahia
Head Coach
Evaristo de Macedo
Home Stadium
Estádio Fonte Nova
Key Players
Bobô, Charles, Zé Carlos, João Marcelo, Ronaldo, Paulo Rodrigues, Gil Sergipano
Key Goalscorer
Bobô – Scored twice in the first leg of the championship final
Historical Achievement
Bahia's second Brazilian national championship
Kit Type
Home-style Retro Jersey
Primary Colour
White
Secondary Colours
Royal blue and red
Collar
Royal-blue V-neck
Sleeves
Short sleeves with blue cuffs
Shoulder Details
Blue stripes extending from the collar toward the sleeves
Club Crest
Circular Esporte Clube Bahia crest
Front Graphic
Red Coca-Cola lettering
Design Verification
The exact 1988 match-worn configuration has not been independently confirmed
Bahia's 1988 season stands among the greatest achievements in the club's history. Managed by Evaristo de Macedo, the team captured the Campeonato Brasileiro title after defeating Internacional in the final. Bobô scored both goals in Bahia's 2–1 first-leg victory, and a goalless draw in Porto Alegre secured the championship. The triumph made Bahia Brazilian champions for the second time, following their historic first title in 1959.
