Rafael | Match-Issued Boots | 2009/10 | Manchester United

- Model: Nike T90 Laser III

- Player: Rafael da Silva

- Condition: Match-Issued

- Season: 2009/10

- Size: No size labels, measured to be UK7/US8

- Soleplate: FG (Custom Total 90 Supremacy — 2006 model)

- Made in: Montebelluna, Italy (Nike Athlete Services)

- Headline Features:

• Ultra-rare Nike T90 Laser III match issued boots used by Brazilian full-back, Rafael, during the 2009/10 Barclays Premier League and UEFA Champions League seasons for Manchester United.
• Specially custom made to measure in Nike’s Athlete Services factory in Montebelluna, Italy, tailored precisely to Rafael’s foot shape.
• Each boot features bespoke lateral embroidery with the player’s name ‘RAFAEL’.
• Custom FG soleplate adapted from the 2006 Total 90 Supremacy model, made transparent with a printed retail soleplate graphic beneath for disguising purposes.
• Reinforced with a built-in carbon fibre plate for additional rigidity and stability.
• Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.

- Season Context:

• Issued for top-flight Premier League and UEFA Champions League fixtures in the 2009/10 season, reflecting Rafael’s role as a key first-team player at Manchester United.
• A pivotal period during Sir Alex Ferguson’s tenure, marking the club’s competitive campaigns in domestic and European competitions.

- Player Features & Modifications:

Professional Construction:

• Custom-built to fit Rafael’s exact foot dimensions, optimised for traction, agility, and high-intensity match performance.

Exclusive Soleplate Adaptation:

• Unique FG soleplate sourced from the 2006 Total 90 Supremacy model, reinforced for elite-level use.

Personalisation:

• Lateral embroidery of ‘RAFAEL’ and custom internal modifications for enhanced comfort and stability.

- Collector & Investment Significance:

• Rare Player-Issue: Early-2010s T90 Laser IIIs issued to first-team players are extremely scarce.
• Unique Soleplate Variant: Custom Supremacy soleplate adds distinctive collector value.
• Match-Issued Provenance: Directly linked to a nostalgic time-period of Manchester United’s modern success.
• Long-Term Value: A highly desirable piece for collectors of Manchester United memorabilia and Nike T90 history.
• Condition Note: Soleplates show some cracking due to age, reflecting genuine match usage.
• Verified: Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.

Every item offered by BC Boots UK undergoes our in-house verification process, assessing player identification, match usage (where applicable), customisation details and provenance research.

Each piece is accompanied by an official BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, confirming its status and documentation within our archive. Select items also include our full Certification Package, when specified within the individual listing.

We do not outsource authentication. Every item is reviewed and approved internally to ensure accuracy, transparency and collector confidence.

Each certificate issued by BC Boots UK includes a unique reference which can be verified through our secure online verification portal.

All pieces are despatched via DHL Express, fully insured and trackable. Vault pieces include complimentary worldwide delivery, securely packaged using archival-grade protective materials.

For international collectors, we manage customs documentation and secure transit procedures to ensure safe arrival.

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We offer a 14-day inspection period from the date of delivery.

If the item does not meet expectations, it may be returned in the condition received for a full refund (excluding return shipping costs).

All returned items must be shipped with all original packaging & documentation.

Our aim is to ensure every collector purchases with clarity and confidence.

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Match-worn & player-issued boots are preserved in their authentic condition, including natural signs of professional use.

We recomend storing boots in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight. Avoid cleaning, polishing, or altering the item, as this may affect its historical integrity and value.

If display is desired, protective display cases are recommended to minimise dust and environment exposure.

BC Boots UK also offers optional professional framing and presentation solutions upon request through our trusted specialist partner.

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