A single moment was enough. When Raúl scored against Slovenia at the 2002 World Cup, he ran towards the corner flag with his arms outstretched, while Spain dreamed of finally breaking the curse in major tournaments. Back then, Raúl wasn't just the captain of Real Madrid – he was the face of all of Spain.
Club: Spain national team
Brand: Adidas
Period: 2002
Size: Large
Fits: XL - measures 77 and 57.
Player: Raúl #7
Condition: Really good condition. Only minor flaw at net. See last picture.
FOOTBALL MEMORIES
This football jersey dates from the period around the 2002 World Cup in South Korea and Japan. The product code 298547 and the characteristic Climalite design match Spain's World Cup model, where Adidas combined classic red with the distinctive ventilated side panels.
At this time, Raúl was among the world's biggest stars. He had already won the Champions League with Real Madrid and had become the symbol of a generation of Spanish players who were constantly mentioned among the favourites, but who often met adversity in the knockout matches.
The 2002 World Cup became another chapter in that story. Spain won all their matches until the quarter-finals, where the host nation South Korea awaited. After 120 minutes without a decision, the Spaniards lost the famous penalty shootout in a match that is still debated among Spanish fans due to several controversial referee decisions.
When you see this jersey today, it is also a reminder of the time before Xavi, Iniesta, and the 2010 World Cup triumph. Spain was still the nation with eternal expectations, and Raúl was the player who carried the hope on his shoulders every single summer.
Do you remember Raúl best from Real Madrid or from the Spanish national team?
