2011–12 Barcelona Goalkeeper Shirt – Authentication Guide
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Shirt Overview
Team: FC Barcelona
Season: 2011–12
Type: Goalkeeper (Long Sleeve)
Manufacturer: Nike
Main Colour: Charcoal grey/black
Sleeve Style: Long sleeve with contrast pattern
Sponsor: Qatar Foundation (front), Unicef (lower back)
Notable Player: Víctor Valdés
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Key Authentication Features
Nike Logo: Yellow embroidered swoosh, placed on right chest
Crest: Full-colour stitched Barça crest on left chest
Sleeves: Ribbed black arms with neon lime “shockwave” pattern toward the elbow area
Sponsor Logos:
- “Qatar Foundation” in yellow print across the chest
- “Unicef” in yellow at the lower back
Inner Label: - Yellow “més que un club” neck tape
- Heat-applied Nike Dri-FIT tag and country of origin info
Authenticity Patch: Black/silver Nike label with serial code, located near the hem
Material: Smooth polyester base with reinforced sleeves for grip zones
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Player Info
Barcelona 2011–12 First-Team Goalkeepers
| Player | Shirt Number |
|---|---|
| Víctor Valdés | 1 |
| José Manuel Pinto | 13 |
| Oier Olazábal | 25 (B team cover) |
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Season Summary
2011–12 was Pep Guardiola’s final season at the helm. Barcelona won the Copa del Rey but finished second to Real Madrid in La Liga and were knocked out of the Champions League semi-finals by Chelsea. Valdés wore this kit in multiple La Liga and Champions League fixtures.
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Final Notes
Counterfeit versions often miss the intricate lime pattern on the sleeves or apply the wrong font for Qatar Foundation. Authentic examples feature a “més que un club” neck detail and a silver serial-numbered authenticity tag near the hem.
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