It is probably one of the most iconic moments in football history. Whether you’re a Red or a Blue, or anything else for that matter, you can’t deny how iconic Sergio Aguero’s 2012 title-winning goal is.
Moreover, one lucky person could get their hands on a piece of that history, as the actual match-worn Aguero 93:20 shirt is finally going up for sale.
The 2011/12 Manchester City home kit which the Argentinian striker was wearing when thatmoment happened is being auctioned off to the highest bidder and is expected to net at least £20,000.
Credit: Graham Budd Auctions
This particularly precious piece was actually due to go up for sale back in May by Graham Budd Auctions Ltd, a specialist auction house for iconic sporting items and memorabilia, but ended up being withdrawn due to “unforeseen circumstances”.
Now, though, the number 16 jersey – Aguero’s number before he picked the 10 – is due to go for auction at Hansons Auctioneers in Etwall, Derbyshire, on 3 November.
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Hansons’ head of sports memorabilia David Wilson-Turner described the shirt as “arguably the most important goal in the club’s history”, with the auctioneers adding that teammate Mario Balotelli apparently asked to keep the shirt but that it was ultimately left in a bag at the Etihad Stadium.
Credit: Sky SportsCredit: Sergio Kun Aguero (via Twitter)Credit: Man CityThe Aguero goal as it happened and how it’s been remembered.
Following the game that saw City win their first title in 44 years over rivals Manchester United, Aguero’s muddied and champagne-soaked shirt was picked up by a former Manchester City kitman who donated it to the National Football Shirt Collection, which loans shirts to museums around the country.
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The collection’s owner Neville Evans said that he “never planned to sell it but [his] curator is currently undergoing medical treatment” and the proceeds ‘will be shared between him and two charities important to him, Testicular Cancer UK and the Stroke Association.”
Having been forced to retire due to heart problems back in December 2021, the 34-year-old City legend will no doubt be pleased to hear that whatever fee it fetches will go towards a good cause.
As you might expect, Aguero has regularly described the goal as “the best moment of my life”. We dare say you and every other City fan, Serg.
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It was the 10th anniversary of the 93:20 goal back in May, with City fans as well as current and former players reliving the moment back at a special club event.
Whilst you’re here, you might as well watch Martin Tyler’s unforgettable commentary and that ridiculous goal for the umpteenth time as well:
Phil Foden flying home from Euro 2024 for ‘birth of third child’
Danny Jones
Phil Foden has reportedly left the England camp and is said to be flying home to England temporarily from Euro 2024 for the birth of his third child.
The Manchester City and Three Lions star is thought to have already left the national team camp on Wednesday, 26 June following England’s 0-0 draw against Slovenia which saw top Group C.
It has now been clarified that his long-term partner Rebecca Cooke has given birth to their third child, according to the BBC. A dad’s got to have priorities.
The attacking midfielder has played as a left-sided forward in all of England‘s group fixtures thus far and looked to have had his brightest performance yet on Tuesday night.
The 24-year-old, who won Premier League Player of the Season for 23/24, looked to be struggling in the opening two games but nearly grabbed an assist in the final group fixture only for the move to be ultimately ruled out for offside.
It remains unclear how long Foden will be away from the rest of his England teammates but we’re just glad to hear it’s good news. Congratulations, Phil!
The couple have two children: two-year-old daughter True and first-born son Ronnie, five, who oddly went viral in South America last year and is already a bit of a footballing star himself.
With Gareth Southgate‘s side still yet to find any real momentum in the tournament, the squad, pundits and fans alike will still be hoping he can return as soon as possible if they are to gain the kind of attacking rhythm they are crying out for ahead of the knockouts.
England play their round of 16 match in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday at 5pm (GMT), though their opponents will only be confirmed following Wednesday’s final group games.
But for now, congrats again to the young couple – we wish them all the best as they welcome a new life into the world and look forward to seeing the local lad back on the pitch when he’s ready.
FA confirm date and kick-off time for 2024 Manchester derby Community Shield
Danny Jones
The FA has finally confirmed the date and scheduled kick-off time for the 2024 Community Shield between Manchester United and Manchester City.
It was only last month that we saw the second-ever Manchester derby FA Cup final in history play out and now we’ll see the two teams return to the capital in just over a month and a half for another clash.
Revealing the Community Shield details on Wednesday, this year’s game will take place at 3pm on Saturday, 10 August.
Best getting booking them train tickets, Manc.
This year’s Community Shield kick-off time will be identical to the last two FA Cups. (Credit: Ratchet8865 via Wikimedia Commons)
With Man City having won a record fourth Premier League in a row and Man United getting one over on the Blues against the odds in last season’s FA Cup final, the neighbours will take each other on for just the third time in the history of the Community Shield – United having prevailed in both of the previous.
The Red Devils have won the title a total of 17 times, while the Cityzens have lifted the pre-season trophy just six times.
Given the nature of the rivalry, the kick-off time comes as little surprise, with 3pm having been chosen for the start of the last two Manchester derbies at Wembley to aid with travel and crowd control.
Nevertheless, an increased police presence will once again be expected in London.
While featuring in the Community Shield has been a regular occurrence for City over the past few years, they have only won two under Pep Guardiola. Meanwhile, this will be Erik ten Hag’s first experience of the fixture and United haven’t taken part in it since they last won the FA Cup in the 2016/17 season.
The match will be televised live on ITV 1, ITVX, STV and STV Player, with comprehensive radio coverage from BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Manchester, BBC World Service, TalkSPORT and TalkSPORT International.
Although the allocations and further ticket information remain unclear, the FA said they will announce all of the important details “at the earliest opportunity”.