{"title":"Match issue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatch issue football shirts are official shirts prepared for use in a specific match. They are closely related to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/collections\/player-version-shirts\" title=\"Player version shirts\"\u003eplayer version shirts\u003c\/a\u003e, but can have additional details that distinguish them from standard retail versions. These shirts are prepared for players to wear during a match, although this does not necessarily mean they were actually worn on the pitch. Their specifications can vary depending on the club, manufacturer, team and level of competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes match issue shirts different?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatch issue shirts often share the lightweight materials, breathable fabrics and heat-pressed logos found on player version jerseys. However, they can feature additional differences because they are prepared for match use rather than general retail. One detail is the absence of conventional internal labels. Instead, information such as washing instructions and fabric composition is typically printed directly onto the inside of the shirt. We always show images of these on our product pages, so you know you are buying a real match issue shirt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot every match issue shirt has the same construction. Shirts prepared for youth academy teams or women's teams, for example, can differ from the standard player version worn by the men's first team. Some may feature highly breathable material only on the back, while the front uses the same fabric as the corresponding fan version. These variations depend on the specific shirt and its intended use, making each example worth examining individually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy buy a match issue football shirt?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatch issue shirts are particularly interesting to collectors because of their connection to a specific team's match preparation and the technical specifications used at different levels of football. However, it is important to distinguish match issue from match worn: a shirt prepared for a match is not necessarily one that a player actually wore during the game.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthenticity is equally important when collecting these shirts. Our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/pages\/authenticity-guide\" title=\"Authenticity guide\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eauthenticity guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e explains how to examine details such as style codes, manufacturer logos, badges and materials. Every shirt in this collection is graded across six condition levels, from new with tags to used, with known damage and imperfections listed in the notes on the individual product page. Browse our collection to discover original match issue football shirts from clubs and national teams around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"olympique-lyonnais-2014-15-third-shirt-match-issue","title":"Olympique Lyonnais 2014\/15 Third Shirt Match Issue (S-Mint)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOlympique Lyonnais is one of the biggest clubs in France. They have won multiple Lique 1 and Coupe de France titles. This 2014\/15 third shirt is a match issue shirt, which means it was made specifically for players use. Unlike player issue shirts, match issue shirts were ones inside a team's locker room, ready to be worn. The size is 6, equal to small. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adidas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52595735920976,"sku":null,"price":139.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/4057\/5824\/files\/Lyon_2014_15_Third_Shirt_Match_Issue_Front_F48763.jpg?v=1770572626"},{"product_id":"barcelona-2020-21-home-shirt-match-issue","title":"Barcelona 2020\/21 Home Shirt Match Issue (S-Excellent)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Barcelona 2020\/21 home shirt is one of the more unusual designs from the club’s recent history, moving away from the traditional vertical stripes in favour of a bold interpretation of the Blaugrana colours. Produced by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/collections\/nike\" title=\"Nike collection\"\u003eNike\u003c\/a\u003e, the shirt features a checkered pattern made up of alternating blue and garnet squares, inspired by the architecture and grid-like layout of Barcelona. The club crest and Nike Swoosh sit on the chest, while Rakuten appears as the main sponsor across the front. It is a design that immediately stands out compared with more conventional Barcelona home shirts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a match issue version of the shirt, making it different from the standard fan version and player version sold in shops. Match issue shirts are produced to a specification intended for professional players, with differences in materials, construction and fit depending on the model. These shirts are match prepared, meaning they could have been used in games. The 2020\/21 season itself was a memorable transition period for Barcelona, with Lionel Messi still leading the team and players such as Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Antoine Griezmann and Sergio Busquets playing important roles. Barcelona finished third in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/collections\/laliga\" title=\"LaLiga shirts\"\u003eLaLiga\u003c\/a\u003e and won the Copa del Rey during the campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original Nike \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/collections\/fc-barcelona\" title=\"FC Barcelona shirts\"\u003eBarcelona football shirt\u003c\/a\u003e is in size Small and Excellent condition. As a match issue example, it is particularly interesting for collectors who prefer higher-specification shirts rather than standard retail versions. The distinctive checkerboard design, connection to the final seasons of Messi’s Barcelona career and professional specification make this a notable piece from the 2020\/21 era. A strong addition to a collection focused on Barcelona, Nike football shirts or modern LaLiga history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53722725646672,"sku":null,"price":149.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/4057\/5824\/files\/Barcelona_2020_21_Home_Shirt_Match_Issue_CI3514-457_front.jpg?v=1790937034"},{"product_id":"aston-villa-2009-10-away-shirt-match-issue","title":"Aston Villa 2009\/10 Away Shirt Match Issue (M-Excellent)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAston Villa’s 2009\/10 away shirt was produced by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/collections\/nike\" title=\"Nike collection\"\u003eNike\u003c\/a\u003e for Martin O’Neill’s side, with the predominantly white design featuring blue and claret details. This long-sleeve version is a match issue football shirt, prepared to be used in a competitive fixture rather than produced as a standard retail version. Match issue examples from this season have features such as printed wash labels, more ventilated match issue material and competition-specific details. The shirt comes from a season in which Aston Villa finished sixth in the Premier League, their third consecutive sixth-place finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilla collected 64 points from 38 Premier League matches in 2009\/10, with 17 wins, 13 draws and eight defeats. They also reached the League Cup final, where they lost 2–1 to Manchester United, and the FA Cup semi-finals before being eliminated by Chelsea. In Europe, Villa entered the Europa League play-off round against Rapid Wien. After losing the first leg 1–0 in Vienna, they won 2–1 at Villa Park, but Rapid progressed on away goals. John Carew finished as the club’s top scorer across all competitions with 17 goals, while Gabriel Agbonlahor led the team in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/collections\/premier-league\" title=\"Premier League shirts\"\u003ePremier League\u003c\/a\u003e goals with 13. James Milner also had a productive campaign, contributing seven league goals and 12 assists. This long-sleeve football shirt is medium in size and is in excellent condition, retaining the characteristics associated with the match-issue version rather than the standard retail shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53722795082064,"sku":null,"price":169.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/4057\/5824\/files\/Aston_Villa_2009_10_Away_Shirt_Match_Issue_front.jpg?v=1790939364"}],"url":"https:\/\/footballshirtparadise.com\/collections\/match-issue.oembed","provider":"Football Shirt Paradise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}