2007–08 Barcelona Home L/S Shirt – Authentication Guide
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Shirt Overview
Team: FC Barcelona
Season: 2007–08
Type: Home (Long Sleeve)
Manufacturer: Nike
Primary Colours: Claret and Blue vertical stripes
Notable Match: Worn in La Liga and Champions League matches
Notable Players: Lionel Messi, Xavi, Andrés Iniesta, Thierry Henry, Carles Puyol
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Key Authentication Features
Nike Swoosh: Yellow stitched swoosh on right chest.
Crest: Barcelona club crest with a white laurel wreath and the years 1957–2007 to commemorate 50 years of the Camp Nou stadium.
Front Sponsor: Yellow UNICEF logo printed centrally.
Material: NikeFITDRY lightweight breathable polyester with slight shine.
Inner Label: Printed neck tag featuring NikeFITDRY branding and “Més que un club” in yellow across the inside collar.
Commemorative Patch: Silver woven patch at bottom right hem celebrating the 50th anniversary of Camp Nou.
Sleeves: Long sleeve version has plain claret arms with no sponsor. Match shirts may have La Liga patches.
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Player Info
FC Barcelona 2007–08 Squad
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Víctor Valdés | Goalkeeper |
| Carles Puyol | Defender |
| Eric Abidal | Defender |
| Gianluca Zambrotta | Defender |
| Yaya Touré | Midfielder |
| Andrés Iniesta | Midfielder |
| Xavi Hernández | Midfielder |
| Deco | Midfielder |
| Lionel Messi | Forward |
| Samuel Eto’o | Forward |
| Thierry Henry | Forward |
| Bojan Krkić | Forward |
| Coach: Frank Rijkaard |
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Season Summary
Barcelona finished 3rd in La Liga under Frank Rijkaard, with a squad full of talent but inconsistency. The shirt marked the 50th anniversary of the Camp Nou and was memorable for being worn during Lionel Messi’s early rise to global superstardom.
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Final Notes
Common fake indicators include off-centre UNICEF print, incorrect wreath around the crest, or missing silver hem patch. Legitimate shirts have high-quality stitching and vivid colours.
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