Mexico 2006-2007 Away Football Shirt [As worn by Bravo, Marquez & Sinha]

Description

This is the fully-customizable short-sleeve away kit for Mexico’s 2006 World Cup campaign.

The 2006 FIFA World Cup saw Mexico, under the guidance of Argentine coach Ricardo La Volpe, showcasing their talents in Germany. Sporting their traditional green jerseys, the Mexican squad aimed to make a significant impact on the world stage. Placed in Group D alongside Portugal, Angola, and Iran, Mexico’s journey was marked by spirited performances and tactical battles.

Mexico’s campaign began on June 11, 2006, against Iran at the Frankenstadion in Nuremberg. With a strong start, Mexico secured a 3-1 victory. Omar Bravo scored twice, and Sinha added a third, ensuring Mexico’s first three points of the tournament. The team’s dynamic attacking play and solid defense were on full display, giving fans hope for a successful run.

Their second match on June 16 against Angola ended in a goalless draw. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, Mexico couldn’t find the back of the net. This match highlighted some concerns about their finishing abilities, but it also showcased their resilience and defensive strength, with goalkeeper Oswaldo Sánchez making crucial saves to keep a clean sheet.

The final group stage match took place on June 21 against Portugal at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen. Mexico faced a formidable opponent and went down early to goals from Maniche and a penalty by Simão. However, Francisco Fonseca pulled one back for Mexico in the 29th minute. Despite a valiant effort, Mexico couldn’t equalize, losing 2-1. This result placed them second in the group, advancing to the knockout stages.

In the Round of 16, Mexico faced a formidable Argentine team on June 24 at the Zentralstadion in Leipzig. The match started promisingly for Mexico, with captain Rafael Márquez scoring an early goal in the 6th minute. However, Argentina equalized shortly after, and the game went into extra time. A stunning goal by Maxi Rodríguez in the 98th minute ended Mexico’s World Cup dreams, as they were narrowly defeated 2-1.

Throughout the tournament, Mexico demonstrated tactical discipline and individual brilliance. Players like Rafael Márquez and Oswaldo Sánchez provided leadership and stability, while attackers like Omar Bravo and Francisco Fonseca showcased their goal-scoring abilities. The team’s performance, despite the early exit, was commendable and reflected their potential to compete at the highest level.

Notable Players: Oswaldo Sánchez, Claudio Suárez, Carlos Salcido, Rafael Márquez, Ricardo Osorio, Gerardo Torrado, Sinha, Pável Pardo, Jared Borgetti, Guillermo Franco, Ramón Morales, José de Jesús Corona, Guillermo Ochoa, Gonzalo Pineda, José Antonio Castro.

Main Points

• This is a brand new jersey with its tags attached. It has never been worn, washed or used.
• The jersey is 100% polyester. It’s breathable, and made for a life on the move.
• Fully customizable with the name and number of your favourite player or even yours! Just choose the Custom Jersey Option and then message us your desired name and number or write them in the order’s notes at checkout.
• Replica Version. This jersey is a remake of the official one, made with the exact same materials, look, and feel.
• Tighter fit: make sure you choose the right sizing. We recommend buying one size bigger than you usually wear. This will ensure the jersey will fit.

Sizing Guidelines

This jersey comes in five sizes, which come with a tiny difference: they fit smaller than usual. Our suggestion is to pick your size 1 size bigger than you usually would. If you usually wear an M, pick an L. If you usually wear an S, pick an M.