Celebrate one of the greatest moments in Irish football history with the Republic of Ireland 1990 Home Retro Football Shirt.
Featuring the famous green base with a subtle geometric pattern, contrasting white shoulder detailing and a distinctive white and orange-trimmed V-neck collar, this classic shirt is forever associated with Ireland's unforgettable adventure at Italia '90.
The tournament marked the Republic of Ireland's first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance, with Jack Charlton's side progressing unbeaten through the group stage after draws against England, Egypt and the Netherlands.
Ireland then defeated Romania in a dramatic penalty shootout, with Packie Bonner producing the crucial save before David O'Leary converted the decisive penalty. The historic journey eventually ended against hosts Italy in the quarter-finals — a run that remains Ireland's best-ever World Cup finish.
Associated with legendary players including Paul McGrath, Packie Bonner, Kevin Sheedy, Ray Houghton, John Aldridge and Niall Quinn, this iconic green shirt represents one of the defining generations in Irish football history.
Please refer to the size guidance on this product page for detailed measurements.
Republic of Ireland 1990 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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Season Information
Year: 1990
National Team: Republic of Ireland
Kit Type: Home
Primary Colours: Green / White / Orange
Competition: 1990 FIFA World Cup Italy
Head Coach: Jack Charlton
World Cup Appearance: First in National Team History
Group Stage: Republic of Ireland 1–1 England
Group Stage: Republic of Ireland 0–0 Egypt
Group Stage: Republic of Ireland 1–1 Netherlands
Round of 16: Republic of Ireland 0–0 Romania — Won 5–4 on Penalties
Quarter-Final: Italy 1–0 Republic of Ireland
Tournament Finish: Quarter-Finals
World Cup Goalscorers: Kevin Sheedy / Niall Quinn
Key Players: Packie Bonner, Paul McGrath, Kevin Sheedy, Ray Houghton, John Aldridge, Mick McCarthy, Steve Staunton, Niall QuinnIreland's first FIFA World Cup appearance became one of the defining moments in the nation's football history. Jack Charlton's side progressed unbeaten through the group stage before defeating Romania on penalties in the Round of 16. Their historic run ended with a narrow 1–0 defeat against hosts Italy in the quarter-finals.
Rec. Player Printing Options
Printing Recommendation McGRATH 7 Best Overall Choice. One of Ireland's greatest-ever players and a central figure in the historic 1990 World Cup quarter-final run. SHEEDY 11 Best Italia '90 Choice. Scored Ireland's first-ever World Cup goal, equalising against England in their opening match. BONNER 1 Best Historic-Moment Choice. The hero of the Round of 16 shootout against Romania, saving Daniel Timofte's penalty before Ireland secured qualification for the quarter-finals. ALDRIDGE 9 Best Striker Choice. The established No.9 who started all five of Ireland's matches during the tournament. HOUGHTON 8 Best Midfield Choice. Started every match and remains one of the defining players of Jack Charlton's celebrated Ireland generation. QUINN 17 Best Goalscorer Alternative. Scored the equaliser against the Netherlands that helped Ireland progress from the group stage. McGRATH 7 is the strongest overall printing choice for the Republic of Ireland 1990 Home Retro Football Shirt. Paul McGrath was one of the defining players of Jack Charlton's celebrated Irish side and wore No.7 at the 1990 FIFA World Cup. He played every minute of Ireland's five matches during their historic run to the quarter-finals.
SHEEDY 11 carries one of the strongest direct connections to Italia '90. Kevin Sheedy scored Ireland's first-ever FIFA World Cup goal, equalising against England in the country's first match at the tournament.
