Sweden football shirt Mellberg 2012

When Olof Mellberg rose to head Sweden to a 2-1 lead against England at Euro 2012, many Swedish fans briefly believed in one of the tournament's big surprises. The match ended 3-2 to the English, but Mellberg's two goals made the experienced defender the big Swedish profile of the evening.

Facts

National team: Sweden
Brand: Umbro
Year: 2012-13
Size: 130/140 (children) 9 - 10 years
Player: Olof Mellberg #3
Condition: Good used condition

FOOTBALL MEMORIES

This Swedish football shirt dates from the period around Euro 2012, when Sweden was still building its team around a strong core of experienced profiles. Zlatan Ibrahimović was the big star, but Mellberg was one of the leaders who held the defense together and set the standard for work ethic and winning mentality.

The design is classic Swedish. The bright yellow base color combined with the discreet blue stripes gives a modern look without abandoning the traditional Swedish colors. It is a shirt that immediately evokes memories of summer evenings with championship football and the rivalry between the Nordic national teams.

Mellberg made 117 appearances for Sweden and became one of the most respected Swedish defenders of his generation. Many remember him from Aston Villa and Juventus, but in Sweden he is especially remembered as the uncompromising defensive general who always put the team first.

For many fans, Euro 2012 is also closely associated with Zlatan's iconic period on the national team. Sweden exited the tournament early, but the team still delivered moments that Swedish fans talk about to this day. Mellberg's two goals against England still stand as one of the strongest individual Swedish European Championship moments in recent times.

Could this Sweden football shirt with Mellberg on the back be the next memory in your collection?