USA 1995 Away Kit L Alexi Lalas (9/10)

The Redheaded Rocker of the Backline

This kit is a quintessential piece of American soccer history, capturing the exact moment the USMNT transitioned from World Cup underdogs to a rising regional power. As the first year of the Nike partnership, 1995 marked a shift toward the "cool," bold aesthetic that defined 90s soccer in the States.

After a breakout 1994 World Cup, Alexi Lalas became the face (and hair) of American soccer. This 1995 away kit is an exceptionally rare relic from the inaugural Nike era, worn during the historic 1995 Copa América where the U.S. stunned the world by reaching the semi-finals and defeating Argentina 3-0.

Team: USA National Team

Condition: Excellent Vintage condition (9/10)

Antiquity: 31 years

Manufacturer: Nike

Size: L (Features the signature "oversized" 90s boxy fit)

Design: A deep navy blue base accented by bold red and white horizontal "racing stripes" across the midsection. It features the vintage "US Soccer" crest with the soccer ball/stars and stripes shield, complemented by the classic Nike "Swoosh" with red outlining. The #22 LALAS name and numbering are rendered in thick, period-correct tackle twill.

Significance: This jersey represents the "Changing of the Guard." It was the first design produced by Nike for the USMNT, replacing the iconic Adidas denim kits. For fans of the Lalas and Cobi Jones era, this is a top-tier grail that symbolizes the birth of modern American soccer culture.