- Model: Puma Ultra 1.1
- Player: Fernandinho
- Condition: Match Worn
- Season: 2020/21
- Size: UK7.75/US8.75
- Soleplate: SG
- Made in: Vietnam ‘Athlete Exclusive’
- Headline Features:
- Puma Ultra 1.1 match worn by Manchester City’s former iconic midfield enforcer and club captain, Fernandinho, during the 2020/21 Premier League and UEFA Champions League season.
- Worn throughout a historic campaign in which Manchester City were crowned Premier League champions, reached the Champions League final, and competed across all major competitions under Pep Guardiola.
- This pair were worn by the player in a total of 11 fixtures, recording 10 wins, 1 assist & 6 clean sheets in that time.
- A fully bespoke “Athlete Exclusive” pair, custom made to measure through Puma’s Athlete Services programme.
- Features an entirely custom upper — premium ultra-soft leather across the forefoot combined with reinforced synthetic construction at the rear for power, stability, and durability.
- Leather forefoot printed with a knit-effect graphic to mimic the retail aesthetic and conceal the professional-level modification.
- Special quarter-sizing at UK7.75 / US8.75, a format unavailable at retail and reserved exclusively for elite players.
- Personalised with “FGDMR 25” to the medial side, combining his initials and Manchester City squad number.
- Worn in multiple major fixtures, including the FA Cup Semi-Final vs Chelsea at Wembley Stadium.
- Authenticity fully guaranteed with the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity.
- Match History:
Premier League (7 Fixtures, 7 Wins):
- 30th January 2021 — Manchester City 1-0 Sheffield United, Etihad Stadium.
- 17th February 2021 — Everton 1-3 Manchester City, Goodison Park.
- 21st February 2021 — Arsenal 0-1 Manchester City, Emirates Stadium.
- 27th February 2021 — Manchester City 2-1 West Ham United, Etihad Stadium.
- 10th March 2021 — Manchester City 5-2 Southampton, Etihad Stadium.
- 13th March 2021 — Fulham 0-3 Manchester City, Craven Cottage.
- 3rd April 2021 — Leicester City 0-2 Manchester City, King Power Stadium.
FA Cup (3 Fixtures, 1 Assist, 2 Wins):
- 23rd January 2021 — Cheltenham Town 1-3 Manchester City, Completely-Suzuki Stadium (4th Round, Fernandinho created 1 assist).
- 20th March 2021 — Everton 0-2 Manchester City, Goodison Park (Quarter-Finals).
- 17th April 2021 — Chelsea 1-0 Manchester City, Wembley Stadium (Semi-Finals).
UEFA Champions League (1 Fixture, 1 Win):
- 16th March 2021 — Manchester 2-0 Borussia Mönchengladbach, Etihad Stadium (Round of 16 2nd Leg).
- Player Features & Modifications:
Elite Player-Issue Construction:
- Bespoke Athlete Services build tailored precisely to Fernandinho’s foot shape and playing requirements.
- Premium custom leather forefoot offering a softer touch, enhanced control, and greater comfort than the retail model.
- Reinforced synthetic rear for stability, lockdown, and durability during elite-level competition.
- Forefoot leather embossed with a knit-effect pattern to blend with the retail design and mask professional upgrades.
- Customised interior featuring additional padding and a soft black liner for improved comfort and pressure distribution.
- SG tooling designed for Premier League pitches and maximum traction in wet conditions.
Personalisation:
- Each boot personalised with “FGDMR 25” on the medial side — incorporating his name initials and long-standing Manchester City squad number.
- Quarter-size construction (UK7.75) tailored uniquely to the player.
Provenance:
- Match worn during the 2020/21 season, a campaign where Fernandinho remained a key leader as City captured the Premier League title.
- Worn across domestic and European fixtures including high-magnitude matches such as the FA Cup Semi-Final at Wembley.
- Delivered directly to the player as part of Puma’s top-tier athlete supply chain.
- Collector & Investment Significance:
- A rare match-worn piece from Fernandinho — one of the most influential midfielders in Manchester City’s modern era and a cornerstone of Guardiola’s tactical system.
- From a season of major historical significance, with City lifting the Premier League trophy and reaching their first-ever Champions League final.
- Professional-level, heavily customised Ultra 1.1 boots like these are exceptionally scarce, particularly with unique leather construction and confirmed match provenance.
- A high-end investment item for collectors focusing on Manchester City, Premier League legends, or modern-era midfield greats.
- Accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity for secure, long-term provenance.
