10/10
Shirt condition
Perfect condition
No flaws, and on a 2003 shirt that is exceptional. The navy is deep and perfectly even, with no iron-shine and no underarm halos. The three light blue shoulder stripes are vivid, the RONALDO No.9 nameset in white with navy outline is intact without the slightest cracking, and the Siemens Mobile sponsor is clean, red “m” included. Embroidered crest with gold crown flawless, LFP patch crisp on the sleeve, white-trimmed V-neck undistorted, all labels present.
| Size | L (see flat measurements above) |
| Manufacturer | adidas |
| Season | 2003-2004 — the peak of the Galacticos |
| Version | Navy away kit, light blue stripes, white-trimmed V-neck |
| Sponsor | Siemens Mobile |
| Nameset | RONALDO No.9 in white with navy outline, crest at the base of the digit |
| Patches | LFP on the right sleeve (Spanish league version) |
| Production date | 04/03 — readable on the label (photo 4) |
| Auth. code | 021796 (independently verifiable) |
Unsure about the size? This 2003 L is roomy (59 x 75 cm), close to a modern XL: compare the measurements above, or check my sizing guide.
100% AUTHENTIC
✦ Authenticity guaranteed for life
Item checked by hand in my authentication workshop. If an item bought from me is ever identified as a unofficial piece, I refund it in full. Guarantee with no expiry date.
- Original adidas label (photo 4): reference 021796, internal code ASR001/10 and date 04/03. April 2003, the manufacturing run for the 2003-2004 range — all three pieces of information line up
- The multi-country flag band stitched above the reference: Italy, United Kingdom, Germany, United States, France, Japan. adidas only used this label format in this period, and it cannot be dated any other way
- Fully embroidered crest with gold crown: the interlaced MCF monogram, the purple diagonal band and the crown each stand out in distinct relief. It is the element that gives an unofficial piece away fastest
- LFP patch on the right sleeve: the multicoloured rosette of the Spanish league, league version. Champions League kits carried a different configuration
- Real photos of the exact shirt you receive, never stock images — full method in my authentication guide
🛠️ Workshop note — Follow the three light blue stripes in photo 1: they do not stop at the shoulder. adidas continued them all the way down the sleeve to the cuff, in inset knit rather than print — you can feel the relief under your finger. On unofficial pieces the stripes stop at the shoulder seam or are printed flat. That is my first reflex on this model.
📖 R9 among the Galacticos, at the peak
Some shirts sum up an era. This one carries the name of the best striker in the world, on the most star-studded side ever assembled.
⭐ 2003-2004 — the Galacticos dressing room. Ronaldo, Zidane, Figo, Raúl, Roberto Carlos and Beckham, who arrived that summer. Six Ballon d'Or winners on the same team sheet.
🎯 La Liga Pichichi. Ronaldo finishes top scorer in the Spanish league that season. At 27 he is at the peak of his second career, after his serious injuries.
📱 Siemens Mobile on the chest. A sponsor that has not existed since 2005 — it dates the shirt on its own and is now part of its charm.
🎨 Navy, the counterpoint to white — deep navy, light blue stripes down to the cuff, white-trimmed V-neck: adidas produced one of the cleanest and most sought-after away kits of the Galacticos period.
❓ Frequently asked questions about this shirt
How do you know it really is 2003-2004?
The label carries adidas reference 021796 and the date 04/03. April 2003 corresponds to the manufacturing of the range launched for the 2003-2004 season. The Siemens Mobile sponsor confirms the period.
Has the blue faded?
No, and at 22 years old that is remarkable. The navy is deep and even across the whole surface, with no iron-shine and no underarm halos. The light blue stripes have not dulled either.
Is the nameset original?
Yes. RONALDO No.9 is heat-pressed in white with a navy outline, with the club crest built into the base of the digit — the official Liga typeface of the era. No lifted edges, no cracking.
Is this shirt authentic?
Yes. Referenced and dated adidas label, period multi-country flag band, embroidered crest with gold crown, official LFP patch and inset-knit stripes running to the cuff. Guaranteed for life.
How does this L fit?
Measured flat: 59 cm pit to pit and 75 cm long. A 2003 L, so distinctly wider than an L today — closer to a modern XL.
How much is shipping and how long does it take?
Dispatched within 48 working hours with tracked Colissimo delivery (€5.99 in mainland France, free from €99.99). Details on my shipping FAQ. Returns accepted within 14 days if unworn.