10/10
Shirt condition
As new (without tags)
Nothing to report. The grey gradient and the dot pattern are crisp from top to bottom, the black and red V-neck has kept its shape, and the bright red of Fly Emirates and Sagres has not faded. No holes, no stains, no pilling.
| Size | XXL — loose fit |
| Brand | Adidas — supporter version |
| Season | 2019-2020 — the season of Taarabt's revival |
| Version | Grey gradient away shirt with dot pattern, black and red V-neck, red side stripes |
| Sponsor | Fly Emirates (front), Sagres (back) |
| Printing | TAARABT No.49 — premium reproduction applied in the workshop, unofficial |
| Patches | Champions League and Respect on the sleeves |
| Production date | 11/19 (November 2019) |
| Auth. code | DW6725 (on the label, independently verifiable) |
This XXL measures 65 x 83 cm, a generous cut. Compare with the flat measurements below, or check my size guide.
Flat measurements
| Width (pit to pit) | 65 cm |
| Length (shoulder to hem) | 83 cm |
A true XXL, wide and long. Lay flat a shirt that fits you well, measure it the same way and compare.
Key facts about this piece
The shirt is 100% authentic. The TAARABT 49 printing is a premium reproduction, applied by hand in my workshop in the club's font for the season (unofficial). It is therefore brand new, crack-free, and I do not use it as proof of authenticity.
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- Inner Adidas label (photo 4): model code DW6725 and production date 11/19, in the middle of the 2019-2020 season
- Benfica crest (photo 3): eagle above the shield, three stars, tone-on-tone red, clean outlines
- Fabric and pattern print: the dot gradient runs from light grey to black with no banding or pixelation, a hard detail to reproduce
- Cut and finishing: two-tone black and red V-neck, red stripes sewn on the sides, printed inner collar
Workshop note — On this model, the most telling test is the gradient: look at it up close, the dots should grow progressively from top to bottom. I then cross-check it with the DW6725 code and the 11/19 date on the label, both consistent with the season.
Taarabt's second life in Lisbon
Having made his name in England at Queens Park Rangers, Adel Taarabt joined Benfica in 2015. For several seasons the Moroccan midfielder stayed on the fringes of the first team, between loans and the reserve side.
2019-2020, back in the spotlight. Under Bruno Lage, Taarabt became a regular in the midfield of Benfica, the reigning Portuguese champions, and played in the Champions League group stage.
This grey away shirt, with its European competition patches, belongs to that European campaign and that season of revival.
Frequently asked questions
Is the printing original?
No. The name and number are a premium reproduction, applied by hand in my workshop in the club's 2019-2020 font. The upside: brand-new printing, with no cracking or peeling. The shirt itself is 100% authentic and covered by my lifetime guarantee.
Why a grey shirt for Benfica?
The home shirt is red. For the 2019-2020 away kit, Adidas chose a gradient grey lifted with red at the collar, the sides and on the sponsors, to keep the club colour.
How can I check the shirt is authentic?
Read the inner label: code DW6725 and date 11/19. Then look at the dot gradient, which must be progressive and crisp, and the crest with its clean outlines.
How does this XXL fit?
Large: 65 cm pit to pit and 83 cm long. It will suit an XXL, or an XL who likes to wear it loose.
How much is shipping and how long does it take?
Dispatched within 24-48 h with tracking: €5.99 in France, €9.99 to the EU, and free from €99.99. You have 14 days to return the shirt if it doesn't suit you. All the details in my shipping FAQ.

Authenticated by Matthieu
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