Description
Match worn or issued Switzerland away shirt in the international years 1984-1986 by a number 3. It is likely worn by or issued for Swiss defender Charly In-Albon. Claude Ryf wore the number 3 frequently from 1986 onwards (for a short period). The shirt was worn both in international friendlies and the 1986 World Cup qualification tournament.
The Switzerland national team struggled during the 1984-1986 period, failing to qualify for both Euro 1984 and the 1986 FIFA World Cup. Despite some talented players, Switzerland remained inconsistent on the international stage. Managed by Paul Wolfisberg, the team attempted to rebuild but fell short in the World Cup qualifiers, finishing fourth in their group, behind Denmark, the Soviet Union, and Ireland. During this time, Switzerland relied on players such as Heinz Hermann and Claudio Sulser, but the squad lacked the depth needed to compete at the highest level. It was a challenging period before their eventual resurgence in the 1990s.
Charly In-Albon was a reliable and tough central defender who played a key role for the Switzerland national team in the 1980s. Known for his strong tackling and leadership, he earned 40 caps for Switzerland between 1977 and 1986, serving as a key figure in defense during their unsuccessful attempts to qualify for major tournaments. At club level, In-Albon had a successful career with Grasshopper Club Zürich, where he won multiple Swiss league titles and domestic cups, establishing himself as one of the country’s top defenders. His solid performances helped Grasshoppers dominate Swiss football during his era. After retiring, he remained a respected figure in Swiss football history.
Switzerland used their away shirt in multiple occasions these years, including the following matches:
Hungary 3 – 0 Switzerland on 22 August 1984 (Friendly)
Norway 0 – 1 Switzerland on 12 September 1984 (World Cup Qualifier)
Denmark 0 – 0 Switzerland on 9 October 1985 (World Cup Qualifier)
Republic of Ireland 3 – 0 Switzerland on 2 June 1985 (World Cup Qualifier)
Year: 1984-1986
Size: Large
Condition: Excellent
Brand: Adidas
Sponsor: None
