Breakout Season
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica
Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica

Rúben Dias | Match-Worn Boots | 2017/18 | Benfica

£875.00
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- Model: Nike Tiempo Legend VII Elite

- Player: Rúben Dias

- Condition: Match-Worn

- Season: 2017/18

- Size: UK11/US12

- Soleplate: SG-Pro

- Made in: Bosnia

- Headline Features:

  • Ultra-rare, match-worn Nike Tiempo Legend VII Elite boots used by one of world football’s premier defenders, Rúben Dias, during the 2017/18 season with S.L. Benfica.
  • Worn in Liga Portugal Bwin and UEFA Champions League fixtures during the season in which Dias established himself as one of Europe’s top young defenders.
  • Constructed with player-coded ‘999999999’ internal size labels, confirming this pair were never made available for retail sale and manufactured exclusively for the athlete.
  • Equipped with the SG-Pro Hyperstability soleplate, a player-only specification not released to the general public.
  • This was Dias‘ breakout season, having been his first campaign as an official Benfica first team player, he was named Primeira Liga Young Player of the Year.  
  • Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.

- Match & Season Context:

  • Used through the 2017/18 domestic and European campaign, a pivotal season in Dias’ rise before his move to Manchester City.
  • Represents Dias’ early elite-level career stage, shortly before he became one of the Premier League’s most dominant centre-backs.
  • The season predates his rapid ascent to global recognition, culminating in earning Premier League Player of the Season in his debut campaign in England.

- Player Features & Professional Modifications:

Personalisation & Identity

  • Right boot: personalised with “RUBEN DIAS”.
  • Left boot: personalised with “GATO 66”, referencing his middle name and former squad number — the player later manually removed one “6” after switching from #66 to #6, giving this pair unique, player-altered character.

Professional Construction

  • Player-exclusive ‘999999999’ internal coding confirms bespoke manufacturing for Rúben Dias alone.
  • SG-Pro Hyperstability soleplate:
    • Not offered commercially.
    • Engineered for elite traction, responsiveness, and stability on soft ground surfaces.
  • Precision-built using premium materials and internal reinforcements tailored specifically to Dias’ requirements as a physically dominant centre-back.

- Collector & Investment Significance:

  • Early-Career Provenance: From Dias’ breakthrough Benfica season – highly desirable for collectors tracking the origins of superstar players.
  • Rare Player-Exclusive Construction: The combination of non-retail coding and Hyperstability soleplate dramatically increases the rarity and long-term collectability.
  • Player-Altered Personalisation: The partial removal of the second “6” is a unique detail that documents Dias’ squad number change — a feature impossible to replicate and highly attractive to premium collectors.
  • Future Value Growth: Dias remains one of the world’s best defenders; early match-worn items from elite centre-backs historically appreciate significantly.
  • 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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