Unknown U16 Irish National Team Player
Youth Association Football Player · Soccer - Association Football
Republic of Ireland U16 National Football Team
Era
2002
Item Type
Soccer Jersey
Condition
Good condition with minor wear typical of authentic match-worn or team-signed youth apparel
Rarity
Uncommon local piece, but low individual player market demand
Overall Assessment
An interesting niche piece of Irish football memorabilia that requires further player identification from the 2002 U16 squad list to determine its true historical and market value
Authenticity Assessment
Uncertain - requires direct team roster matching and professional authentication
Signature Style
Stylized, rushed scrawl consisting largely of vertical strokes and loops
Signature Characteristics
Fast execution with parallel vertical strokes, lack of distinct legible letterforms, common to quick athletic signings
Ink & Medium
Black permanent marker pen
Item Description
Green polyester athletic jersey associated with the Republic of Ireland national team from the era
Estimated Value
30 to 75 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Difficult to compare without a specific player identification from the 2002 squad list
Authentication Tips
Compare signature against known rosters of the 2002 Republic of Ireland U16 squad and check for matching handwriting exemplars
Certification Recommendation
Local sports memorabilia authenticators or specialized UK/Irish football authenticators
Red Flags
No specific red flags, but limited legibility and lack of clear provenance make individual attribution challenging
Provenance Notes
Originates from team-signed memorabilia context, but requires direct association with a roster member for validation
Historical Context
Represents youth development levels of Irish international football during the early 2000s era
Market Trends
Niche market appeal restricted to dedicated collectors of Irish international football memorabilia or specific player trackers
Investment Potential
Low investment potential unless signed by an individual player who later achieved legendary senior international status
Similar Autographs
Other youth international football team jerseys and match-day programs from the early 2000s
Display & Preservation
Store away from direct sunlight on a padded hanger or fold gently in an acid-free archival box
Interesting Facts
Youth national team signatures are often hurried and stylized compared to professional senior team signatures
Notes
Signed 2002 by U16 Irish national team