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This is an incredibly rare, authentic piece of Argentine football history: an original late-1980s Club Atlético Independiente home shirt. This jersey represents the iconic golden era of El Rojo, featuring the legendary Mita sponsor and the iconic striker Number 9 on the back—famously worn by Carlos Alfaro Moreno during Independiente\'s legendary 1988–1989 Primera División championship-winning campaign.Manufactured locally in Argentina by CM (Confecciones Mar del Plata), this shirt is made from the ultra-premium, heavy-weight knit fabric characteristic of the era, completely outclassing modern thin-polyester reproductions.
Item Specifics & Features:Team: Club Atlético Independiente (Avellaneda, Argentina)
Era: Circa 1985–1989 (Championship Era)Brand/Manufacturer: CM (Confecciones Mar del Plata) – Official local Argentine boutique/club shop release
Sponsor: Classic white \"Mita\" logo cleanly applied across the chest
Number: Original flocked \"Number 9\" heat-pressed on the back with the classic fuzzy, velvet-feel texture
Crest: White interlocking CAI shield monogram on the left chest
Design: Vibrant red body with a crisp white V-neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs
Condition Notes: Overall Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition (8/10). The premium heavy knit fabric has maintained excellent structure and a bright, vibrant red color.
Flocking: The flocked back number 9 is beautifully preserved with its signature fuzzy texture intact.
Flaws: There are two small stains on the front of the jersey (please see close-up photos for exact placement and details). No major snags, rips, holes, or heavy fabric bobbling. The neck tag is present, but the size number has faded over time. Measurements put this an Argentian 1980s era boxy jersey Size Large, a modern Medium.
