Celebrate one of Manchester United's most memorable seasons with the Manchester United 1995–96 Goalkeeper Long Sleeve Retro Football Jersey. Inspired by the club's historic Double-winning campaign under Alex Ferguson, this distinctive goalkeeper design recalls the extraordinary performances of Danish international Peter Schmeichel. Manchester United secured the Premier League championship with 82 points after an unforgettable title race against Newcastle United, before defeating Liverpool 1–0 in the FA Cup final at Wembley. Eric Cantona's late winning goal completed a remarkable domestic Double and confirmed United's position as England's dominant football force.
Peter Schmeichel was a central figure in Manchester United's success throughout the campaign. Renowned for his commanding presence, exceptional reflexes and remarkable ability to organise his defence, the Danish goalkeeper made 36 Premier League appearances and helped United recover from a substantial points deficit to secure the championship. The season also produced one of the most unusual moments of his career when he scored a dramatic late header against Rotor Volgograd in the UEFA Cup. Although United were eliminated on away goals, Schmeichel's goal became an unforgettable part of the club's European history.
The jersey features a striking combination of dark green, bright lime green and black, reflecting the expressive goalkeeper shirt designs of the mid-1990s. The front incorporates vertical green-and-black stripes across the upper chest, transitioning into a vivid lime-green lower section decorated with oversized circular ripple graphics and irregular vertical shapes. A bold black chevron separates the upper and lower sections, while the black raglan sleeves create a distinctive contrast against the colourful body. Dark green cuffs and a matching black-and-green neckline complete the classic long-sleeve silhouette.
The Manchester United crest is positioned centrally beneath the neckline, with the prominent yellow SHARP sponsor displayed across the chest. The reverse features alternating dark green and black vertical stripes, complemented by the iconic SCHMEICHEL 1 printing in white with black outlines. Premier League champions patches on both sleeves add another distinctive detail to the photographed design.
Combining Manchester United's historic 1995–96 domestic Double, Peter Schmeichel's legendary goalkeeping performances and one of the most visually striking goalkeeper designs of the 1990s, this retro jersey is an outstanding collector's piece celebrating an unforgettable era at Old Trafford.
Please refer to the size guidance on this product page for detailed measurements.
Man United 1995-96 GK L/S 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 47 32 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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Season Information
Information Details Season 1995–96 Club Manchester United Football Club Country England Competitions Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, UEFA Cup Premier League Position 1st – Champions Premier League Points 82 League Record 38 matches, 25 wins, 7 draws, 6 losses Goals Scored / Conceded 73 / 35 FA Cup Winners – Defeated Liverpool 1–0 League Cup Second Round – Eliminated by York City UEFA Cup First Round – Eliminated by Rotor Volgograd on away goals Manager Alex Ferguson Captain Steve Bruce Home Stadium Old Trafford First-Choice Goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel Schmeichel's League Appearances 36 Schmeichel's Total Appearances 45 Schmeichel's Goals 1 – Against Rotor Volgograd in the UEFA Cup Other Goalkeepers Kevin Pilkington, Gary Walsh, Tony Coton Kit Type Goalkeeper – Long Sleeve Primary Colours Dark green, bright lime green and black Design Green-and-black vertical stripes, lime-green circular graphics, black raglan sleeves and green cuffs Front Sponsor SHARP Player Printing Shown SCHMEICHEL 1 Historical Significance Manchester United's 1995–96 domestic Double and Peter Schmeichel's famous UEFA Cup goal The 1995–96 season was a remarkable campaign for Manchester United under Alex Ferguson. After trailing Newcastle United by 12 points during the title race, United recovered to win the Premier League with 82 points. They completed a historic domestic Double by defeating Liverpool 1–0 in the FA Cup final, with Eric Cantona scoring the winner. Peter Schmeichel was instrumental in the team's success, making 36 league appearances and providing exceptional leadership in goal. He also scored a memorable late equaliser against Rotor Volgograd in the UEFA Cup, becoming the first Manchester United goalkeeper to score in a European competition.
Rec. Player Printing Options
Best Printing Choice: SCHMEICHEL 1
Other Strong Options: PILKINGTON 25 / COTON 13 / UNPRINTED
Printing Recommendation SCHMEICHEL 1 Peter Schmeichel was Manchester United's undisputed first-choice goalkeeper during the Double-winning season. The definitive historical printing choice, matching the uploaded jersey. PILKINGTON 25 Kevin Pilkington served as a reserve goalkeeper and made five first-team appearances during the campaign. A distinctive alternative for collectors. COTON 13 Tony Coton joined Manchester United in January 1996 as an experienced backup goalkeeper. A rare alternative associated with the second half of the season. UNPRINTED A clean, numberless version preserves the striking green-and-black graphic design and offers a classic retro goalkeeper appearance. DETAILED RECOMMENDATION
We recommend SCHMEICHEL 1 as the best printing choice for the Manchester United 1995–96 Goalkeeper Long Sleeve Jersey. Peter Schmeichel was one of the greatest goalkeepers of his generation and played a decisive role in Manchester United's historic Premier League and FA Cup Double. His commanding presence, outstanding reflexes and exceptional shot-stopping ability made him an essential figure in Ferguson's championship-winning team.
The 1995–96 campaign was also memorable for Schmeichel's dramatic headed goal against Rotor Volgograd in the UEFA Cup, an extraordinary moment in the club's European history.
PILKINGTON 25 offers a distinctive alternative, while an unprinted version is ideal for collectors who prefer the shirt's original graphic design without personalisation.
For historical authenticity and collector appeal, SCHMEICHEL 1 is the definitive recommendation.
