Juventus match worn shirt by Scirea in the 2nd leg Quarter-final European Cup match against Sparta Prague, played on 20/03/1985 at the Letna Stadio in Prague, 1984/85 season. Sparta Praga won the match 1-0. Despite the loss, Juventus advanced to the semi-final thanks to the 3-0 victory in the 1st leg.

What adds further prestige and uniqueness to this extraordinary piece of memorabilia is the certificate of authenticity, which clearly attests to the jersey’s origin and provenance, transforming it from a simple collectible into a true historical testimony.

The winning bidder will not only receive a vintage match-worn shirt, but also a signed document from Frank Straka, who at the time played for Sparta Prague, confirming the shirt exchange that took place at the end of the match, in keeping with one of football’s most time-honored traditions.

In the 1984/85 season, Gaetano Scirea wore a black-and-white Juventus shirt steeped in history and responsibility, featuring a prominently displayed tricolour scudetto, flanked by two gold stars sewn on the chest — emblems of the twenty league titles Juventus had already won. That jersey was not merely a match kit: it was a banner of identity, a visible sign of a winning tradition that Scirea symbolically carried over his heart in every match.

The 1984/85 season held special significance for both Scirea and Juventus, intertwining sporting glory with one of football’s most tragic chapters. Under his captaincy, the Bianconeri reached the pinnacle of European football: on 29 May 1985, Juventus won the European Cup, becoming champions of Europe for the first time in their history with a 1-0 victory over Liverpool. Scirea finally had the chance to lift the trophy that generations of Juventus fans had dreamed of, crowning a cycle of success that had begun in previous years. However, that triumph was overshadowed by a tremendous tragedy: before the final at Heysel Stadium, 39 fans lost their lives in violence and chaos in the stands.

That black-and-white shirt, bearing the badge of the Italian champion on the chest, became in those moments a symbol of both mourning and pride — soaked in sweat and tears, a silent witness to an unforgettable year. In lifting the most prestigious trophy, Scirea reaffirmed his role as Juventus' moral leader: a captain capable of guiding the team to glory while uniting it in grief.

Beyond his technical and tactical abilities, Scirea was admired for his moral integrity and fair play. His class and sportsmanship were universally acknowledged: he is rightfully remembered as the “gentleman of Italian football”, always distinguished by elegance and grace both on and off the pitch. This nickname was supported by facts as well: in his entire long career, he was never sent off and received very few bookings — a remarkable feat for a central defender over a 16-year career. At the time, people said that Scirea played with "smoking", a testament to the effortless elegance of his playing style.

Gaetano Scirea embodied a calm yet charismatic form of leadership: a look or a gesture was enough to guide his teammates. His words, rare but thoughtful, carried immense weight both on the pitch and in the locker room. This ability to lead by example and quiet authority made him a natural point of reference for everyone who played alongside him.

This memorabilia is part of the match supply made available to players during official competitions and is different in its features in relation to the ones sold in fanshops.

Technical details:

• Model Home
• Technical sponsor: Kappa
• Main Sponsor: Ariston
• Material: wool
• Long sleeves