This extraordinary 2008-09 FC Barcelona match-worn jersey was donned by the legendary Lionel Messi during a pivotal season in his career. The jersey shows clear signs of game use, with wear visible around the collar, light stains on the front and left shoulder, and signs of laundering on the Nike tag located on the front tail. The jersey’s size, patches, and insignias are all highly accurate, making this an exemplary piece of Messi's match-worn memorabilia.
The 2008-09 season was one of Messi's finest, as he helped Barcelona secure a historic treble, winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Champions League. Messi’s personal stats were equally impressive, scoring 38 goals and providing 18 assists across all competitions. His performances earned him the UEFA Club Footballer of the Year and set the stage for his first Ballon d'Or win later that year.
This jersey comes with a game-used Letter of Authenticity (LOA) from both Real Game Used and MEARS, both of which assess the jersey as authentic. For collectors, this is an outstanding example of a Messi match-worn item from one of the greatest seasons in football history.