Michael Essien | Match-Worn Boots | Photo-Matched | 2007/08 | Chelsea

- Model: Nike T90 Laser 1

- Player: Michael Essien

- Condition: Match-Worn

- Season: 2007/08

- Size: No size labels, measured to be UK7.5 / US8.5

- Soleplate: FG (Custom Air Zoom Intertract FG)

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

- Headline Features:

• Nike T90 Laser 1 match worn by legendary midfield powerhouse Michael Essien.
• Worn in Barclays Premier League fixtures during the 2007/08 season.
• Match-proven: Worn in fixtures against Fulham, Aston Vila & Newcastle United, scoring against the latter on 29th December 2007.
• Montebelluna custom build from Nike's Athlete Services factory in Italy.
• Personalisation embroidery of his nickname & squad number 'ESS 5' stitched into the medial side of each boot.
• Unique soleplate: Transparent custom Air-Zoom Intertract plate adapted from the 2002 model of the Total 90 line, discontinued to the public in 2002.
• Premium leather construction with bespoke stitching around the lateral Nike Swoosh for reinforcement.
• Photo-matched to up-close, in-game shots of the player wearing them in competition.
• Reinforced insole boards built in for extra strength & stability.
• Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certification Package, including entry into the online verification portal.

- Match History (Barclays Premier League, 3 Matches, 1 Goal):

• 26th December 2007 – Chelsea 4-4 Aston Villa, Stamford Bridge.
• 29th December 2007 – Chelsea 2-1 Newcastle United, Stamford Bridge, scored opening goal of the game.
• 1st January 2008 – Fulham 1-2 Chelsea, Craven Cottage.

- Player Features & Modifications:

• Montebelluna Athlete Services construction: Tailored specifically for Essien's specifications & requirements. 
• Embroidery personalisation: 'ESS 5' stitched into the medial side of each boot.
• Custom soleplate: Adapted Air Zoom Intertract FG soleplate taken from the 2002 Total 90 model, made transparent for disguise.
• Premium leather: Bespoke ultra-soft kangaroo leather upper with reinforced stitching around the Nike Swoosh.
• Reinforced insole boards: Added for greater strength and support during play.
• Exact fit: No retail size labels, cut to the player's specifications.

- Collector & Investment Significance:

• Iconic player: Match worn boots from Chelsea's 'Bison', renowned for his physical dominance and clutch goals.
• Provenance: Worn in multiple Premier League fixtures including a dramatic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa, a win in the West London Derby & a goalscoring performance vs Newcaslte United at Stamford Bridge.
• Unique construction: Rare Montebelluna craftsmanship, reinforced insole boards and customised soleplate.
• Investment grade: Certified with the BC Boots UK Certification Package, including entry into the online verification portal.

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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.

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