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FC Basel 1998/99 Home kit XS
FC Basel 1998/99 Home kit XS
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Condition: ★★★★★
More than 25 years old this kit is in great shape. Manufactured by Nike and a size XS.
The 1998/99 season was a challenging one for FC Basel. Here's a summary of their performance across all competitions that season:
Swiss Super League (Nationalliga A)
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League Position: 5th out of 12 teams.
- Basel struggled throughout the season and finished in the bottom part of the table. This was far from their typical top finishes in later years.
- The league was divided into two stages: a regular season followed by a championship and relegation group phase. Basel ended up in the relegation group and had to fight to avoid relegation, which they managed to do.
Swiss Cup (Schweizer Cup)
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Performance: Basel was eliminated in the Round of 32.
FC Basel has a rich history with plenty of fascinating aspects. Here are some interesting facts about the club:
1. Founded in 1893
- FC Basel is one of the oldest football clubs in Switzerland, established on November 15, 1893. It was founded by a group of students and football enthusiasts, and one of the founders was Roland Geldner, who became the club's first president.
2. The Rise to Dominance
- While Basel is now a dominant force in Swiss football, they were not always so successful. The club struggled for many years before their resurgence in the early 2000s. Under manager Christian Gross, they won their first league title in over two decades in 2002, which marked the start of a dominant era.
3. Success in Europe
- FC Basel is known for its strong performances in European competitions. The club has regularly appeared in the UEFA Champions League and Europa League, earning a reputation as a “giant killer.” Notable victories include wins over big clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich.
- Basel reached the UEFA Europa League semifinals in 2012-13, where they were eliminated by Chelsea.
4. St. Jakob-Park – “Joggeli”
- St. Jakob-Park, the home ground of FC Basel, is the largest football stadium in Switzerland, with a capacity of around 38,000. Opened in 2001, the stadium is often referred to by locals as “Joggeli”. It has hosted several important matches, including games during the 2008 UEFA Euro tournament and Europa League finals.
5. Club Colors
- FC Basel's iconic colors—red and blue—were inspired by the famous FC Barcelona. Basel’s founders admired the Spanish club and adopted a similar color scheme for their own team’s kit. The team’s home jerseys typically feature these colors prominently.
6. Roger Federer Connection
- World-renowned tennis star Roger Federer is a huge fan of FC Basel. In fact, Federer was a ball boy for the club in his youth. He has frequently spoken about his love for the club and has attended several matches over the years.
7. Success in Swiss Football
- FC Basel has won 20 Swiss Super League titles, most of which were achieved in the 21st century, establishing them as one of the most successful teams in the country. They dominated the Swiss league throughout the 2000s and 2010s, often winning multiple titles consecutively.
8. Youth Academy
- FC Basel has one of the best youth academies in Switzerland and has produced several talented players who have gone on to have successful careers in Europe. Notable alumni include players like Xherdan Shaqiri, Granit Xhaka, and Breel Embolo, all of whom have become Swiss international stars.