Original Brazil Home Jersey 1997 #9 Ronaldo - M

• Home Jersey #9 Ronaldo
• Year: 1997
• Player: Ronaldo, Dunga, Leonardo
• Size: M (53 cm x 71.5 cm)
• Brand: Nike
• Sponsor: -
• Details: Excellent condiition, lesser known home shirt worn just before the World Cup in 1998. Worn during the Copa America which was won by Brazil!

In the 1997 Copa América, Brazil claimed their fifth continental title with a commanding campaign under coach Mário Zagallo. The Seleção won all six of their matches, culminating in a 3–1 victory over Bolivia in the final held in La Paz — a historic feat as it marked Brazil’s first Copa América title won outside their own country. The team combined flair with efficiency, scoring 22 goals and conceding just 6. Ronaldo was the tournament’s standout star, scoring 5 goals and forming a lethal partnership with Romário until the latter withdrew due to injury. Brazil’s midfield, anchored by Dunga and Leonardo, provided balance and control throughout the tournament.