In a museum, Jorge Campos’ uniform
Who would have thought that Jorge Campos’ uniform would be in a museum in Paris? But it’s true, and it’s an honor for the Mexican’s career.
In this regard, Jorge Campos visited the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris to witness the exhibition “Fashion and Sport, from one podium to another.”
The exhibition features garments and sports items that set trends in the world of fashion, and one of his iconic uniforms was included.
Jorge Campos’ uniform is displayed as one of the most popular, remembering that his jersey was one of the best-selling during the 1994 World Cup.
The former goalkeeper posed during the exhibition alongside one of his uniforms that caught the attention of football fans.
Jorge Campos’ uniform
The garment on display at the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris was the uniform Jorge Campos wore during his participation with the Mexican National Team in the 1994 World Cup in the United States when Mexico was eliminated in penalties by Bulgaria in the round of 16.
Jorge Campos was a prominent figure in the industry due to the attire he wore in the goal for Pumas and the Mexican National Team.
In fact, Jorge Campos’ uniform was so popular that it appeared in various commercials for sports brands alongside soccer stars like Edgar Davids, Éric Cantona, Ronaldo, Paolo Maldini, among others.
The exhibition “Fashion and Sport, from one podium to another” is being held at the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris in anticipation of the 2024 Olympics and will run from September 20, 2023, to April 7, 2024.
The exhibition showcases items that combine fashion and sports, from ancient times to the present day, featuring sports brands and athletes who transitioned from the field to the fashion runway.
Jorge Campos was a standout player for Mexico in the 1990s.
The Mexican Campos was an eccentric player known for his constant presence outside the penalty area, often playing as a goalkeeper-forward, as well as his acrobatic, daring, and extravagant goalkeeping style, and his colorful playing attire.
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