- Model: Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor 15 Elite
- Player: Facundo Pellistri
- Condition: Match Worn
- Tournament: 2022 FIFA World Cup
- Size: UK8/US9
- Soleplate: FG
- Made in: Bosnia
- Colourway: Metallic Copper
- Headline Features:
- Ultra-rare Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor 15 Elite match worn by Uruguayan midfielder Facundo Pellistri during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
- Personalised with ‘TOHIO CAMILA’ and the Uruguay flag on the lateral side, and ‘MARCELO LETICIA PIPITA’ on the medial side, combining personalisation with elite-level match performance.
- Heavily used boots showing authentic signs of high-intensity match wear, including scuffing, pitch marks, and flex creasing.
- Photo-matched to multiple up-close in-game images from all three of Uruguay’s Group H matches (vs Portugal, Ghana & South Korea), confirming direct on-pitch usage.
- Supplied with the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity.
- Match & Tournament Context:
- Worn in all three of Uruguay’s Group H fixtures at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, with Pellistri wearing the number 8 shirt.
- Also used during official training sessions and pre-match warm-ups, providing a full representation of the player’s tournament preparation.
- Represents Pellistri’s early World Cup exposure on the international stage.
- Player Features & Modifications:
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Professional Construction: Built to elite athlete specification, offering a custom fit for maximum comfort and agility in tournament conditions.
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Player Personalisation: Custom inscriptions on both lateral and medial sides highlight Pellistri’s personal touches and exclusive player issue nature.
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Wear Provenance: Distinctive match scuffs, pitch wear, and personalised markings align perfectly with documented World Cup appearances.
- Collector & Investment Significance:
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World Cup Artefact: Represents one of Pellistri’s first major international tournament appearances, making this an exceptionally rare collectible.
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Photo-Matched Provenance: Verified through multiple in-game images, ensuring unmatched authenticity.
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Exclusive Player Issue: Direct match worn boots with personalised inscriptions, not commercially available, enhancing scarcity and value.
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Long-Term Appeal: Early World Cup match-worn items from emerging talents like Pellistri are increasingly sought after by collectors.