1997 Season Mexico Home Jersey

At the 1997 Copa América in Bolivia, Mexico wore this jersey during the tournament. They advanced as group runners-up after defeating Colombia 2-1, narrowly losing to Brazil 2-3, and drawing 1-1 with Costa Rica in the group stage. In the knockout stage, they defeated Ecuador 4-3 on penalties before falling 1-3 to host Bolivia in the semifinals. They ultimately claimed third place with a 1-0 victory over Peru. Forward Hernández scored six goals to win the tournament's Golden Boot, while Blanco's signature “frog leap” dribble dazzled spectators. As an invited team, Mexico made history by securing bronze.
Featuring a deep green base adorned with Aztec calendar stones and feathered serpent totems, this jersey etches millennia of civilization onto its fabric. The crisp white polo collar with red trim offers a retro-inspired silhouette, while the bold “MEXICO” lettering and national team crest dominate the chest. Its daring, avant-garde design epitomizes 1990s football apparel culture.
This jersey embodies both the glory of Mexico's Copa América bronze medal and the nation's cultural pride, bearing witness to Hernández's Golden Boot legend and Blanco's technical mastery. As ABA Sport's artistic masterpiece, it combines rarity with national symbolism. It stands as a treasured piece in retro jersey collections, epitomizing “football is culture,” and serves as a vital testament to Mexico's golden era of football in the 1990s.