Another piece of football memorabilia that recently found its way to a lucky collector is the Barcelona 2007/2008 Match Worn Home Shirt donned by Rafael Marquez with the number 4 on the back which fetched an impressive £1,299.99 at an online auction. Marquez left his mark while playing centre-back for Barcelona, appearing in 242 games, and contributing offensively with 13 goals and 13 assists.
Manufactured by Nike, this unique piece of Barça history has the classic red and blue striped pattern and bears the iconic Champions League star ball on one sleeve. The back of the shirt, left plain to meet Champions League regulations, serves as a canvas for the name and the number. These match-worn shirts were exclusively available to the players, making them a very rare find for passionate collectors. Finally, what adds to this shirt’s value is that it was worn during a match against Celtic in the Champions League during the 2007/08 season.
The 2007/08 season marked a transitional phase for FC Barcelona, featuring both firsts and lasts. It saw the departure of Ronaldinho, a major figure in the club’s history, and the arrival of Arsenal star Thierry Henry. Furthermore, the season witnessed the breakthrough of new talents such as Bojan Krkić into the first squad and established the legendary Lionel Messi as a crucial player. Barcelona finished at 3rd-place in La Liga with semi-final exits in the Copa del Rey and UEFA Champions League.
