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River Plate (URU) · Player-worn 2000/02 · Match Worn · #8 Carlos Diogo
River Plate (URU) · Player-worn 2000/02 · Match Worn · #8 Carlos Diogo
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R$ 255,00 BRL
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River Plate · The Darseneros · Match Worn Jersey · Montevideo · Uruguay · 2000/2002
✦ Carlos Diogo's Jersey · #8 · Red and White Stripes · Relic +25 Years Old
River Plate · Home 2000/2002
This is not just a rare jersey — it's a piece of South American football history. The official match-worn jersey of River Plate Montevideo, used in the early 2000s by the legendary Carlos Diogo: a versatile star who played for Real Madrid, River Plate of Argentina, and became immortalized in Brazilians' memories for his iconic fight with Luís Fabiano in Spain.
Rojo y Blanco
#8 Carlos Diogo
Real Madrid
Uruguayan National Team
Match Worn Jersey
+25 Years in Collection
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Carlos Diogo · The Legendary #8 of the Darseneros
Carlos Diogo made his mark in Uruguayan and world football: versatile, capable of playing as a midfielder or full-back, he played for the Uruguayan National Team, Real Madrid, and River Plate of Argentina. In Brazil, he became immortalized for his iconic fight with Luís Fabiano during his time in Spain. This jersey, with the #8 he wore in the 2000s in Montevideo, is a historical artifact with high folkloric value — perfect for demanding collectors.
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Earned with Grit · Preserved for Nearly 25 Years
Acquired directly from the match environment — in the stadium or straight from the locker room — and preserved in a private collection for nearly a quarter of a century. An absolute rarity in Uruguay and virtually impossible to find in Brazil. River Plate Montevideo, founded in 1932 and known as "the Darseneros" (the port stevedores), is one of the most traditional clubs in Uruguayan football.
Jersey Details
Every detail tells a story
Red and White Vertical Stripes
The classic and historical pattern of the Darseneros — the red and white vertical stripes that were created in homage to the victims of the Uruguayan civil war of 1904 and have defined the club's identity ever since.
Classic 2000s Aesthetic
Official fabric, cut, and details of the era — the aesthetic of the 2000s, highly valued in the vintage jersey market, with elements that visually define this period of South American football.
Number #8 · Official Match Print
The officially printed number 8 — the jersey worn by Carlos Diogo on the field. Exclusive pattern for athletes, with finish and cut designed for the game.
All Provenance Tags
All tags proving locker room provenance are present — a guarantee of authenticity for a piece preserved with care for almost 25 years.
Item Details
Club
River Plate · Uruguay
Country · City
Uruguay · Montevideo
Season
2000 / 2002
Model
Home · Titular
Type
Match Worn Jersey
Number · Player
#8 · Carlos Diogo
Colors
Red · White
Pattern
Vertical Stripes
Tags
Locker Room Provenance
Condition
Very Good Condition
In Collection
~25 Years
Availability
Unique Piece
Garment Measurements
Actual measurement — carefully taken
Width
58
cm
Armpit to armpit
Length
77
cm
Shoulder to hem
* Measurements taken from armpit to armpit (width) and from shoulder to hem (length). We recommend checking before purchasing.
Jersey Highlights
- Official home jersey of River Plate Montevideo — 2000/2002 season
- Red and white vertical stripes — historical identity of the Darseneros since 1904
- Carlos Diogo's jersey — legendary star of the Uruguayan National Team and Real Madrid
- Number #8 with official match print — jersey worn on the field
- High historical and folkloric value linked to the figure of Carlos Diogo
- Acquired directly from the match environment — stadium or locker room
- Classic 2000s aesthetic — highly valued in the vintage market
- Preserved in a private collection for almost 25 years
- Absolute rarity in Uruguay — exclusivity virtually impossible to find in Brazil
- Very good condition — excellent for a piece over two decades old
- Original with all tags proving locker room provenance
- Measurements: 58 cm (width) × 77 cm (length)
- Unique piece — for demanding collectors looking for rare match-worn jerseys
Unique Piece · Carlos Diogo · ~25 Years in Collection
River Plate Uruguay · Home 2000/2002 · Match Worn Jersey #8 · Red and White Stripes.
