2006 Argentina Home Jersey Riquelme #10 World Cup

Item: 2006 Argentina Home Jersey Riquelme #10 World Cup
Quality: 1:1 Quality
Material: Polyester
Season: 2006
Style: World Cup
Player/Number: Riquelme #10
Juan Román Riquelme wore the number 10 jersey for Argentina during the 2002 FIFA World Cup held in South Korea and Japan. Riquelme was known for his exceptional playmaking abilities, vision, and technique, making him one of the most prominent figures in Argentine football during this period.
In the 2002 World Cup, Argentina had a squad filled with talent and was considered one of the favorites to win the tournament. However, their campaign ended in disappointment. Argentina was placed in Group H and played three matches, finishing third in their group behind England and Sweden. They drew against Sweden (1-1) and lost to England (0-1), which ultimately led to their elimination in the group stage.
Riquelme's performance was a subject of some criticism, as the team struggled to find its rhythm. Despite this setback, he remained a key player for Argentina in subsequent years and was instrumental in many of their achievements in the following years, including leading the national team in the 2006 World Cup and the Copa América. Riquelme's legacy as one of Argentina's greatest playmakers endures, even if the 2002 World Cup did not go as planned for him and the team.