Manchester United 2004-06 Home Retro Jersey - Ronaldo #7

Manufactured by Nike and featuring the Vodafone sponsor, this classic red jersey was worn across two seasons where Manchester United began to rebuild their dominance. While the Premier League title eluded them in these specific years, the team secured the FA Cup in the 2003-04 season (wearing a slightly different kit) and the League Cup in 2006, signaling their return to silverware. This period was crucial for the development of the "Class of '04," including a maturing Ronaldo. The shirt bears the iconic number 7, a jersey steeped in history and worn by United legends like George Best, Bryan Robson, Eric Cantona, and David Beckham. Cristiano Ronaldo inherited this number as a teenager and made it his own. In the 2004-06 seasons, he rapidly developed his game, perfecting his step-overs, improving his final product, and demonstrating the relentless drive that would define his career. This jersey represents the crucial formative years before he became the 2008 Ballon d'Or winner.