Chelsea Away Shirt 1998/00

Between 1998 and 2000, Chelsea, managed initially by Gianluca Vialli, were establishing themselves as a competitive Premier League side with ambitions in Europe. The squad included stars such as Gianfranco Zola, Frank Leboeuf, Roberto Di Matteo, Gus Poyet, and goalkeeper Ed de Goey, blending creativity, technical skill, and defensive stability. In 1998/99, Chelsea finished 3rd in the Premier League, showcasing attacking flair and tactical organisation. The following season, 1999/2000, they finished 5th, with strong performances in domestic cup competitions, including reaching the FA Cup semi-finals. This period laid the groundwork for Chelsea’s transformation into a trophy-winning team under Roman Abramovich’s upcoming takeover.