Magazine France Football March 25, 1997 vintage Transfers Special

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Description

The magazine shown in the photo is an issue of the famous sports periodical France Football, dated Tuesday, March 25, 1997. The cover features the prominent title "Spécial transferts" (Transfer Special) on a yellow background, with a dynamic photograph centered on a player in action, ball at foot, on a football pitch. The image highlights black "Uhlsport" branded socks, white shorts, and a burgundy jersey, typical of the late 1990s. The top of the cover features a bright red banner with the "France Football" logo in white, immediately recognizable by sports press enthusiasts.

On the right side of the cover, a vertical list of key players' and coaches' names from the era is printed in white, including: André, Baggio, Bertin, Bonnissel, Bravo, Courbis, Dahlin, Dugarry, Ginola, Giuly, Klinsmann, Laurent, Makelele, Maurice, Ouédec, Revault, Riedle, Savicevic, Toyes, Zitelli. At the bottom of the page, a black banner reads "BORDEAUX, NANTES. L’Europe à tout prix" (BORDEAUX, NANTES. Europe at all costs), indicating a special report on these French clubs and their European journey.

The magazine features a typical 1990s layout, with bright colors, massive typography, and a very visual graphic arrangement. The top right corner specifies the original price, 12 F (francs), as well as the exact publication date. The issue reference, "M 0705 - 2659 - 12,00 F," is visible next to the barcode at the bottom right.

The cover has a matte appearance typical of magazine paper from that period, with slight signs of handling visible (including a small crease in the bottom right corner), but no major apparent damage on the visible side. The colors remain vibrant and the text perfectly legible. No notable missing parts or stains are visible on this side.

Condition

Used vintage magazine, sold as seen in the photo. Slight wear and tear on the cover (small crease at the bottom right), colors and title well preserved. The item is consistent with normal use for a 1997 periodical.

Did you know? Founded in 1946, France Football magazine was long the European benchmark for sports press specializing in football. It was this publication that created and awarded the famous Ballon d'Or since 1956, annually recognizing the world's best player according to a panel of international journalists.

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