Netherlands Home 2006 - Ruud Van Nistelrooy #9
Size : M (73 X55)
Condition : Excellent Condition
“The Netherlands 2006 World Cup jersey — bold in orange, iconic in design. Worn by Ruud van Nistelrooy, number 9, during a campaign filled with passion, power, and pride.”
The Netherlands’ 2006 World Cup jersey, designed by Nike, featured a clean and modern look in the iconic Oranje color. With sharp edges and a centered crest, the jersey stood out as a symbol of Dutch football’s elegance and attacking philosophy.
Ruud van Nistelrooy, wearing the number 9 shirt, was the team’s main striker. Known for his killer instinct in front of goal, Van Nistelrooy scored a crucial goal in the group stage against Ivory Coast — helping the Netherlands qualify for the knockout round.
In the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, the Netherlands were placed in Group C, famously called the “Group of Death” alongside Argentina, Ivory Coast, and Serbia & Montenegro. They advanced to the Round of 16 but were narrowly eliminated by Portugal in a tense and infamous match remembered as the “Battle of Nuremberg” due to its high number of fouls and cards.
Though the tournament ended in disappointment, the 2006 jersey remains a fan favorite — representing a generation filled with talent, including Van Nistelrooy, Robben, Sneijder, and Van Persie, laying the groundwork for their deep run in the 2010 World Cup.