{"product_id":"wales-2022-24-home-shirt-bale-11-8-10","title":"WALES 2022-24 HOME SHIRT - BALE 11 - 8\/10","description":"\u003cp\u003e Excellent condition. Federation crest and adidas logo are embroidered. Player name\/number are PolyFlex and heat applied. No pulls or bobbles. Stitching and colours are in excellent condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWales wore this home shirt during the 2022 FIFA World Cup and subsequent UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, a significant period that included the national team's first World Cup appearance in 64 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder manager Rob Page, Wales entered the 2022 World Cup in Qatar following a memorable qualification campaign that culminated in a 1–0 play-off victory over Ukraine at the Cardiff City Stadium in June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result secured Wales' place at the tournament for the first time since 1958, representing a historic achievement for the national team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe squad featured established players including Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey, Ben Davies, Joe Allen, Daniel James, Harry Wilson and goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey, alongside emerging talents Brennan Johnson and Neco Williams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWales began their World Cup campaign against the United States, falling behind to a first-half goal from Timothy Weah. However, Bale converted a late penalty to secure a 1–1 draw, scoring Wales' first World Cup goal since Terry Medwin in 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir second group fixture brought a 2–0 defeat against Iran, with both goals arriving during second-half stoppage time following Hennessey's dismissal. Wales subsequently faced England in their final group match, suffering a 3–0 defeat that confirmed their elimination from the tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the campaign ended in the group stage, Wales' return to the World Cup represented an important milestone in the country's footballing history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the tournament, Bale announced his retirement from professional football in January 2023, bringing an end to an international career that included 111 appearances and a record 41 goals for Wales. Ramsey subsequently assumed the captaincy as Page began preparing the squad for UEFA Euro 2024 qualification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWales finished third in their qualifying group behind Turkey and Croatia, securing a place in the play-offs. A 4–1 semi-final victory over Finland set up a decisive fixture against Poland in Cardiff, although Wales were defeated 5–4 on penalties following a goalless draw. The result ended their hopes of reaching a third consecutive European Championship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by adidas, the 2022–24 Wales home shirt featured the national team's traditional red colourway with a subtle tonal graphic inspired by the Welsh dragon. White three-stripe detailing across the shoulders complemented green accents around the crew-neck collar and sides, while the Football Association of Wales crest completed the design. A daffodil and the Welsh motto 'Gorau Chwarae Cyd Chwarae' appeared beneath the rear collar, celebrating the country's footballing heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorn during Wales' historic return to the World Cup after 64 years, the shirt became closely associated with Bale's final international tournament and an important chapter in Welsh football history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003e  S - PIT TO PIT - 47cm \/\/\/ COLLAR TO HEM - 68cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003eM - PIT TO PIT - 51cm \/\/\/ COLLAR TO HEM - 70cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003e2XL - PIT TO PIT - 67cm \/\/\/ COLLAR TO HEM - 81cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Soccer Archive","offers":[{"title":"S \/ Red","offer_id":53209866240287,"sku":"SAUDCE-S","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"M \/ Red","offer_id":53209866273055,"sku":"SAUDCE-M","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"2XL \/ Red","offer_id":53209866305823,"sku":"SAUDCE-2XL","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/3508\/5343\/files\/SBALE_03061ef9-3f47-4af4-bacb-38b26ee72dcd.png?v=1793982292","url":"https:\/\/thesoccerarchive.com\/ja\/products\/wales-2022-24-home-shirt-bale-11-8-10","provider":"The Soccer Archive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}