AFC Ajax Away Shirt - 1994-1995 UEFA Champions League Winners
The 1994-95 Season: Ajax's Perfect Symphony
The Iconic 1994-95 Away Shirt
The 1994-95 Ajax away shirt stands as one of football's most revolutionary designs, featuring a navy blue base with an intricate pattern of twisted Ajax badges in deep berry red. Manufactured by Umbro, the shirt displayed the ABN AMRO sponsor logo vertically along the left side, complemented by diagonal shadow stripes and a distinctive 90s collar. This innovative design became a modern classic, particularly memorable under the floodlights of European nights.
Historic Achievement
Under Louis van Gaal's masterful guidance, Ajax accomplished:
- First team to win both league and Champions League unbeaten
- Eredivisie champions with 106 goals scored
- Champions League victory against AC Milan
- Dutch Super Cup winners
- 52 matches unbeaten across all competitions
Legendary Squad
The team featured an extraordinary blend of talent wearing this iconic shirt:
- Jari Litmanen (#10): Team's top scorer with 27 goals
- Patrick Kluivert (#9): Scored Champions League winner
- Marc Overmars (#11): Electric winger
- Clarence Seedorf (#6): Midfield prodigy
- Edgar Davids (#8): Dynamic midfielder
- Frank Rijkaard (#4): Experienced maestro
- Ronald de Boer (#14): Creative attacking midfielder
- Frank de Boer (#5): Commanding defender
Season Highlights
The campaign featured numerous historic moments:
- 5-2 victory against Bayern Munich in Champions League semi-final
- 8-0 triumph over Sparta Rotterdam
- 1-0 Champions League final victory against AC Milan
- Unbeaten entire Eredivisie season
Legacy
The 1994-95 Ajax team is considered one of football's greatest sides, with their navy blue away shirt becoming a symbol of Dutch football excellence. Their achievement of winning both domestic league and Champions League unbeaten remains unmatched, establishing this team as one of football's most extraordinary sides. The shirt, complete with player names and numbers, has become a highly sought-after collector's item, representing the pinnacle of Ajax's modern era.