Originally Posted by
Ldnn1
Hmm interesting - if I say it to myself in a Scottish accent it sounds more current.
My perception at least in the south of England is that it would be very rare nowadays to hear anyone under about 50 refer to a football shirt as a jersey.
Probably a combination of region and jersey is a little older for sure.
Bet if you watch footy over the weekend you'll hear at least one pundit talk about "playing for the jersey" - though it probably will be a Scottish one!