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- Model: Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 Elite

- Player: Fred (Frederico Rodrigues de Paula Santos)

- Condition: Match-Worn

- Season: 2021/22

- Size: UK8/US9

- Soleplate: SG-Pro

- Made in: Bosnia

- Colourway: Volt/Black/Bright Crimson

- Headline Features:

Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 Elite match worn by Brazilian international midfielder, Fred.
Worn by the player across multiple Premier League and UEFA Champions League fixtures during the 2021/22 season whilst representing Manchester United.
A fully photo-matched pair — verified to up-close, in-game photography of Fred wearing them on-pitch during competitive fixtures.
Personalised with family names, offering a touching glimpse into the player’s off-field life and inspirations.
Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.

- Player Features & Modifications:

Personalised Detailing:

Left boot: ‘MARIA’ & ‘GERCINO’ — names of Fred’s close family members.
Right boot: ‘BENJAMIN’ & ‘MONIQUE’ — representing his wife and son.

Elite player-issue specifications: Custom-built Superfly 8 Elite model produced in Nike’s professional athlete facility in Bosnia.
Internal comfort modifications: Professionally reinforced insole boards and heel padding for stability and responsiveness — features not found on retail models.
SG-Pro soleplate: Hybrid metal-stud configuration tailored for maximum traction on damp Premier League surfaces.

- Match History:

Premier League (8 Fixtures, 1 Goal, 1 Assist, 4 Wins):

14th August 2021 — Manchester United 5-1 Leeds, Old Trafford (Fred scored 1 goal).
22nd August 2021 — Southampton 1-1 Manchester United, St. Mary’s (Fred created the assist for United’s goal).
29th August 2021 — Wolves 0-1 Manchester United, Molineux.
19th September 2021 — West Ham United 1-2 Manchester United, London Stadium.
25th September 2021 — Manchester United 0-1 Aston Villa, Old Trafford.
2nd October 2021 — Manchester United 1-1 Everton, Old Trafford.
24th October 2021 — Manchester United 0-5 Liverpool, Old Trafford.
30th October 2021 — Spurs 0-3 Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

UEFA Champions League (2 Fixtures, 2 Wins):

29th September 2021 — Manchester United 2-1 Villarreal, Old Trafford (Group F).
20th October 2021 — Manchester United 3-2 Atalanta, Old Trafford (Fred created 1 assist, Group F).

2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (Brazil):

10th October 2021 — Colombia 0-0 Brazil, Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez (Group A).
15th October 2021 — Brazil 4-1 Uruguay, Arena Amazonia (Group A).

- Collector & Investment Significance:

Premier League provenance: Directly worn in top-flight English fixtures for one of the world’s most iconic clubs.
Photo-matched authenticity: Verified to in-game images ensuring complete provenance confidence.
Personalised family inscriptions: Unique insight into Fred’s personality and motivation — a hallmark of his player-issue boots.
Elite-level rarity: True professional-issue Mercurial Superfly 8s from Nike’s Bosnia athlete line — never released in this specification to retail.
Authenticated by BC Boots UK: 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.

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

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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.

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Fred | Match-Worn Boots | Photo-Matched | 2021/22 | 1 Goal | 2 Assists | Manchester United & Brazil