Celebrate a memorable era of Scottish international football with the Scotland 1982 Away Retro Football Jersey. Introduced around the 1982 FIFA World Cup in Spain, this distinctive red change shirt represents a talented Scottish generation managed by the legendary Jock Stein. Scotland began the tournament with an entertaining 5–2 victory over New Zealand before facing Brazil and the Soviet Union in a challenging group. Despite scoring eight goals across three matches, the team narrowly missed qualification for the next stage on goal difference. Although the red away shirt was prepared for the World Cup, Scotland wore its home colours throughout the tournament. The alternative design subsequently became part of the national team's international kit collection through 1985.
The 1982 squad featured some of Scotland's most recognisable footballers, including Kenny Dalglish, Graeme Souness, Gordon Strachan, John Wark and Alan Hansen. Dalglish scored against New Zealand, while Wark contributed two goals in the same match. Souness provided midfield leadership and scored a late equaliser against the Soviet Union, with experienced striker Joe Jordan also finding the net. Captain Danny McGrain, John Robertson and Steve Archibald added further quality to a squad remembered for its attacking ability and competitive performances.
The away jersey features a striking red base with fine vertical pinstripes, creating a distinctive textured appearance associated with early-1980s international football. A contrasting navy-blue V-neck collar with narrow accent detailing complements the dark sleeve cuffs, while the Scottish national team crest completes the traditional design. Its bold colours, understated pattern and connection to Scotland's 1982 World Cup generation make this retro shirt an appealing collector's piece for supporters of Scottish football.
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Scotland 1982 Away 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
Information
Details
Season/Year
1982–1985
Team
Scotland National Football Team
Country
Scotland
Competition
1982 FIFA World Cup, International Friendlies, British Home Championship, UEFA European Championship Qualifiers
1982 World Cup Result
Group Stage – Third in Group 6
World Cup Record
3 matches, 1 win, 1 draw, 1 loss
World Cup Goals
8 scored, 8 conceded
Head Coach
Jock Stein
World Cup Top Scorers
John Wark – 2 goals; Kenny Dalglish, David Narey, John Robertson, Steve Archibald, Joe Jordan and Graeme Souness – 1 each
Key Players
Kenny Dalglish, Graeme Souness, Gordon Strachan, John Wark, Alan Hansen, Danny McGrain, Joe Jordan
Kit Type
Away / Change
Primary Colour
Red
Accent Colours
Navy blue and contrasting fine pinstripes
Design Period
Introduced in 1982 and used through 1985
Historical Significance
Distinctive early-1980s away design prepared for the 1982 World Cup and subsequently worn in international matches
Scotland entered the 1982 FIFA World Cup in Spain under Jock Stein, featuring an experienced squad of internationally recognised players. The team opened with a 5–2 victory over New Zealand before losing 4–1 to Brazil and drawing 2–2 with the Soviet Union. Despite collecting three points under the two-points-for-a-win system, Scotland finished third in Group 6 and were eliminated on goal difference. The red away shirt was prepared for the tournament but was not worn during Scotland's three World Cup matches. The design subsequently appeared in international fixtures between 1982 and 1985.
Rec. Player Printing Options
For the Scotland 1982 away jersey, traditional number-only printing is the most historically authentic choice. Player names were not used on Scotland's 1982 World Cup shirts, while tournament squad numbers were fixed. The options below use verified numbers from Scotland's official 1982 World Cup squad, although the red away design was not worn during the tournament itself.
Best Printing Choice: DALGLISH 8
Other Strong Options: SOUNESS 4 / STRACHAN 7 / WARK 10 / HANSEN 5 / JORDAN 15
Printing
Recommendation
DALGLISH 8
Kenny Dalglish was Scotland's most celebrated attacking player and scored in the 5–2 World Cup victory over New Zealand. His number 8 is the strongest choice for recognition and historical appeal.
SOUNESS 4
Graeme Souness was an influential midfield leader who captained Scotland against Brazil and the Soviet Union, scoring the late equaliser in the 2–2 draw with the latter.
STRACHAN 7
Gordon Strachan was an energetic and creative midfielder who appeared in all three World Cup matches, representing an important part of Scotland's attacking midfield.
WARK 10
John Wark scored twice against New Zealand, making him Scotland's leading goalscorer at the 1982 tournament. An excellent performance-based selection.
HANSEN 5
Alan Hansen was an established international defender who started all three of Scotland's World Cup matches, offering a classic defensive printing option.
JORDAN 15
Joe Jordan scored Scotland's opening goal against the Soviet Union and represented the experience of a player appearing at his third World Cup.
