Gianluigi Buffon match issue shirt – 2017 UEFA Champions League Final

Date: June 3, 2017,

Location: Millennium Stadium, Cardiff

Teams: Juventus Vs Real Madrid 

Final score: 1-4

Description:

Juventus FC goalkeeper’s shirt, version from the match against Real Madrid CF played in the 2017 UEFA Champions League Final, for Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon.This shirt was part of the match supply issued for the squad, was made available to the players on matchday and has particular characteristics that make it different from products found on general sale.

eatures:

– Yellow short-sleeved goalkeeper’s shirt
– Juventus FC emblem on the chest
– Adidas sponsor
– Match details on the chest
– Scudetto patch on the chest
– Coppa Italia patch on the chest
– UEFA Champions League patch on right sleeve
– Respect patch on left sleeve
– Made with Adizero technology
– Made in Vietnam
– Name and number in smooth plastic lettering 
– #1, Size 9

Gianluigi Buffon, the legendary goalkeeper of Juventus, is a stalwart in football history. Renowned for his agility, leadership, and longevity, Buffon’s career spans over two decades, marked by multiple Serie A titles and a World Cup victory with Italy in 2006. He remains an icon of goalkeeping excellence worldwide.

England Cap awarded to Cornelius “Neil” Franklin (24 January 1922 – 9 February 1996)

Date: April 12, 1947

Location: Wembley Stadium

Teams:England Vs Scotland

Final score:1-1

Description:Cornelius “Neil” Franklin, an exceptional England defender, earned 27 caps between 1946 and 1950. Known for his composure, tactical awareness, and elegance, Franklin revolutionized center-half play. Capped 27 times by England, setting a record for consecutive England appearances,His international career ended prematurely after controversially leaving for Colombia’s Independiente Santa Fe in 1950, a move that impacted his legacy in English football history just months before England were set to make their World Cup debut in Brazil.

Almost universally considered the greatest defender England have ever produced by those who saw him play, Neil Franklin is a football superstar whose name perhaps isn’t as well-known as it ought to be.

The international cap is a blue 6 panel velvet cap embroidered with English Football Association badge to front and ‘E v S 1946-47’ to the peak, awarded to a player for a game v Scotland in 1946/47.

This England cap was awarded to Neil  Franklyn for his participation in the British Championship match vs Scotland 

http://www.englandfootballonline.com/TeamPlyrsBios/PlayersF/BioFranklinC.html

Sir Geoff Hurst Bust by D S Russell

A bronzed plaster bust of Sir Geoff Hurst wearing an England shirt and modelled with the Jules Rimet Trophy

signed on the reverse D S Russell

On rectangular wooden plinth 21½in. (54.5cm) high.

Sir Geoff Hurst, a football legend, is renowned for his historic hat-trick in the 1966 World Cup final, securing England’s victory. Beyond this iconic achievement, he had a distinguished career with West Ham United and contributed significantly to English football. Knighted in 1998, he remains a revered figure in the sport’s history.

Charity Shield Medal 1906/7 from the Collection of football memorabilia-Bill McCracken (1883-1979)

Celebrate the extraordinary career of Bill McCracken, a pioneering footballer whose influence shaped the modern game. Known as “the man who changed the offside rule,” McCracken was a stalwart of Newcastle United, making 443 appearances over an illustrious 19-year tenure (1904-1924), during which he won three league championships, an FA Cup medal, and earned 13 Ireland caps. Elected to the Football Hall of Fame in 1971, his legacy endures as one of football’s most innovative and accomplished figures.

Charity Shield Medal 1906-07 season
Newcastle United played Corinthian as league champions and came out winners 5-2 I what was to be the last Sheriff of London Charity Shirts, the following year the match was to be known as the FA Charity Shield.  This medal was awarded to Bill McCracken from this game.

Collection of football memorabilia-Bill McCracken Newcastle United and Ireland (1883-1979)

Celebrate the extraordinary career of Bill McCracken, a pioneering footballer whose influence shaped the modern game. Known as “the man who changed the offside rule,” McCracken was a stalwart of Newcastle United, making 443 appearances over an illustrious 19-year tenure (1904-1924), during which he won three league championships, an FA Cup medal, and earned 13 Ireland caps. Elected to the Football Hall of Fame in 1971, his legacy endures as one of football’s most innovative and accomplished figures.

 In this collection is a tea pot presented to Bill from Newcastle Utd.

The teapot is marked Newcastle United Champions League 1904-05 finalists. Cup finalists 1904-05-06

The other memorabilia items from Bill McCracken’s carrer include:

The Hall of Fame programme of Events when Bill was inducted in 1971

A signed photograph of Bill McCracken showing of his trophy for being induced into the Hall of Fame.

A signed photo of Bill McCracken in his black and white strip playing for Newcastle United.

A signed photo of Bill McCracken pictured alongside a framed photo of the 1910/11 Newcastle Team. 

A Daily Mirror newspaper article Jan 5, 1973, Headline ‘ The Bill McCracken story – ‘Rebel’ with a £2 cause.

Newspaper article from 1971, Jack Steeples visits the Hall of Fame – headline – Old Bill joins the All Time Greats.

Newspaper article with headline ‘ Man who changed the offside rule 90 on Monday’.

Ireland Cap from the collection of football memorabilia-Bill McCracken (1883-1979)

Ireland cap from the Collection of football memorabilia-Bill McCracken (1883-1979)

Celebrate the extraordinary career of Bill McCracken, a pioneering footballer whose influence shaped the modern game. Known as “the man who changed the offside rule,” McCracken was a stalwart of Newcastle United, making 443 appearances over an illustrious 19-year tenure (1904-1924), during which he won three league championships, an FA Cup medal, and earned 13 Ireland caps. Elected to the Football Hall of Fame in 1971, his legacy endures as one of football’s most innovative and accomplished figures.

Ireland Cap (1903-1904 Season): A rare and pristine artifact representing McCracken’s international career.

Royal blue with gold tassel. The cap has the Irish Football association crest embroidered and  was made by Hatters, AP Dalzell, Royal Avenue Belfast also embroidered on the inside of the cap. 

Diego Maradona Match worn shirt from 1986 World Cup Finals warm-up game vs Napoli

Date: 29 March, 1986
Location: Naples, Italy
Teams: Argentina vs Napoli XI

Final Score: Argentina 2, Napoli 1

Description: A rare and iconic piece of football history, this match-worn shirt manufactured
Le Coq Sportif was donned by the legendary Diego Maradona during a warm-up game ahead of the 1986 FIFA World Cup. Played in Naples, a city where Maradona’s name became synonymous with football greatness, the match was a special encounter between the Argentine national team and a Napoli XI. ThIs alternative white shirt is rare in that it was only worn in this game during the 1986 season as a ‘third’ kit.

Adding to its uniqueness, this shirt has been personally signed by Diego Maradona, making it a treasured memento of one of the sport’s most revered figures. The signature has been third-party verified, ensuring its authenticity for collectors and fans alike.

Pele’s 1000th Goal Match Worn Jersey

Date: November 14, 1969
Location: João Pessoa, Brazil
Teams: Santos vs Botafogo da Paraíba
Final Score: Santos 3 – 0 Botafogo da Paraíba

Description: This historic match-worn Santos jersey represents a significant milestone in Pelé’s unparalleled career. On November 14, 1969, Pelé took to the field in João Pessoa, Brazil, against Botafogo da Paraíba. The game’s standout moment came when Pelé scored from the penalty spot, which was believed at the time to be his 999th career goal. Santos triumphed with a decisive 3-0 victory, with Pelé leading the charge.

Later discoveries revealed a remarkable twist in the tale of Pelé’s goal-scoring legacy. A forgotten goal, scored during his time with the Brazilian Armed Forces team in the South American Military Championship against Paraguay on November 18, 1959, was uncovered, officially elevating his career tally. This previously unrecorded goal meant that Pelé’s 999th goal—celebrated as such on this day was actually his 1000th.

This jersey, worn during that legendary match, holds immense significance as it marks the moment Pelé unknowingly achieved his 1000th career goal. Immaculately preserved and steeped in footballing history, this shirt stands as a testament to the brilliance and enduring legacy of the game’s most celebrated icon.

Condition: The jersey is in good condition consistent with match worn use and is condition is commensurate with age.

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1950 World Cup Medal

A rare and historically significant 1950 FIFA World Cup Medal. This exquisite piece of sporting history commemorates Uruguay’s legendary victory at the Maracanã Stadium, where they defeated Brazil 2-1 in what is famously known as the “Maracanazo.”

Jules Rimet himself presented the FIFA World Cup trophy to the Uruguayan team on the field, without a formal ceremony or speech, while grieving Brazilian players looked on and spectators headed to the exits. On the obverse of the gold medal is a winged figure representing Nike, the ancient Greek goddess of victory, below the letters “F.I.F.A.,” the acronym for “Fédération Internationale de Football Association” (International Federation of Association Football). The reverse of the medal features the words “Coupe/ Jules Rimet/ (World Cup)” above a low-relief laurel wreath. Engraved inside the wreath is “RA” believed to denote the recipient. Below the wreath is “Brasil/ 1950.”

A testament to one of football’s most memorable moments, this medal represents not just sporting excellence but also a pivotal chapter in global football history.

Wilson Piazza Brazil No 5 – World Cup Match Worn Shirt – 1974 World Cup Finals

A remarkable piece of football history: Brazillian captain Wilson Piazza’s yellow and green Brazil 1974 World Cup No. 5 jersey, a player original by Superball Athleta worn vs Yugoslavia in Germany. This short-sleeved jersey features the iconic embroidered Brazil national emblem on the chest and reverse number 5 in bold. The neck label bears the original manufacturer’s mark, ensuring its authenticity.

Condition: Good, with light match wear visible.

Piazza, a key figure in Brazil’s defense, donned this jersey during the 1974 FIFA World Cup, held in West Germany. An exceptional opportunity for collectors of historic football memorabilia.


Brazil in the 1974 World Cup Finals

The Brazilian national team, reigning champions from 1970, entered the 1974 FIFA World Cup with high expectations but faced a transitional phase following the retirement of legends like Pelé. Coached by Zagallo, Brazil showcased tactical resilience, progressing to the second group stage, a format unique to the 1974 tournament.

In the second stage, Brazil drew 0-0 against Yugoslavia in their opening match, displaying defensive discipline. Despite their efforts, Brazil’s campaign ended without reaching the final, losing to the Netherlands in a decisive match. Brazil eventually secured fourth place after being defeated by Poland in the third-place playoff.

The 1974 tournament marked the emergence of a new generation of Brazilian talent, laying the foundation for the nation’s continued footballing prominence.

Sir Stanley Matthews – England Cap from 1937/38

A magnificent and historically significant England international cap awarded to Sir Stanley Matthews during the 1937/38 season. Crafted in rich velvet with the England emblem expertly embroidered in silver thread, this cap represents one of the finest players to grace the footballing world.

The cap is finished in England’s traditional colors and features the year “1937-38” prominently stitched beneath the emblem. Awarded to Matthews for his contributions during England’s matches in the season, this piece is a testament to the skill, dedication, and sportsmanship of the “Wizard of the Dribble.”

Condition: Excellent for its age, with minor wear and discoloration commensurate with age and preservation.

Sir Stanley Matthews, one of football’s first global superstars, captivated audiences with his exceptional dribbling ability and sportsmanship. This cap serves as a tangible reminder of his legacy, celebrating his achievements during one of the most illustrious careers in football history.

A prized addition to any collection of football memorabilia.

Gordon Banks – England cap vs Spain 1965

An exceptional England international cap awarded to the legendary goalkeeper Gordon Banks for his appearance in the match against Spain on 8 May 1965. The cap, made of rich velvet and embroidered with the iconic three lions emblem and the year “1965”, commemorates Banks’ crucial role in this fixture.

Condition: Excellent, with minimal wear, beautifully preserved as a symbol of a historic encounter.

England vs. Spain, 1965

The match, played at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, was a fiercely contested international friendly. England, under manager Alf Ramsey, showcased their growing tactical prowess and defensive strength, led by Banks in goal. The game ended in a 2-1 victory for England, with goals from Jimmy Greaves and Terry Paine, demonstrating England’s readiness for the challenges leading up to their 1966 World Cup triumph.

This cap is a rare and tangible piece of football history, honoring one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time and his contribution to England’s pre-World Cup journey. A must-have for collectors of historic football memorabilia.