Argentina Home 02/04 - Gabriel Batistuta #9

Size : M ( 72x52 )

Condition : Very Good Condition

The Argentina home jersey from 2002 to 2004, made by Adidas, stayed true to the nation’s iconic look with its sky blue and white vertical stripes, representing the Argentine flag. This version introduced a modern twist with thin black piping on the shoulders, mesh ventilation zones, and a more athletic, tailored fit. The famous Adidas three stripes ran down the sleeves, and the AFA crest sat proudly over the heart. It was a sleek, clean design worn with pride during the 2002 FIFA World Cup in South Korea and Japan.

Wearing number 9 was Gabriel Batistuta, one of the most prolific strikers in Argentina’s history. Known for his powerful shot and lethal finishing, Batistuta played his final World Cup in 2002. During the tournament, he scored a crucial goal against Nigeria, making him the first Argentine to score in three different World Cups (1994, 1998, and 2002).

However, the 2002 World Cup campaign was one of the most disappointing in Argentina’s history. Considered strong favorites, Argentina were drawn into the “Group of Death” alongside England, Nigeria, and Sweden. Despite a win over Nigeria, a narrow loss to England and a draw with Sweden meant Argentina failed to advance past the group stage — a shocking early exit.

After the tournament, Batistuta retired from international football, leaving behind a legendary legacy with 56 goals in 78 caps.

The Argentina 2002–2004 home jersey, with Batistuta’s number 9, is remembered as the shirt worn during the end of an era — a final World Cup appearance for a national icon, wrapped in both pride and heartbreak.