San Marino 2

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vs. Germany (0:6) | Euros Qualifiers | 2007 in Germany

Obviously, every collector loves San Marino. It is the ultimate minnow, often ranked last in the FIFA World Ranking. Having been there myself, I might add that it is a stunningly beautiful little country, too. While in Europe, it used to be incredibly hard to get a shirt of San Marino, too, which added to the charm. That has changed, as it did for many countries around the world, but still San Marino does have a very special appeal to football nerds and collectors and alike. I am definitely no exception!

I already did have a San Marino matchworn shirt. A rather dull Adidas template. But I always wanted to have one of the Virma shirts, a small Italian brand that, as far as I know, has never equipped any other national team. As a collector of small brands, it just seemed perfect for me. In addition, most Virma shirts are absolutely stunning and amongst the most beautiful European football shirts - especially those from the 1990s.

Now this one is... not as exciting. It is sky blue. End of story. But it is from Virma, at least, and it is matchworn. So when I had a chance to get it for 120€ from a fellow collector, I just had to get it. Half of the mission on San Marino is thus done - if you happen to have the actual stunning Virma shirt, though, please do let me know!