Description

An original and official match-worn Manchester City shirt worn by defender Bobby McDonald during the 1981/82 First Division season.

This shirt represents an important chapter in Manchester City’s kit history. It was the third consecutive season that this iconic design was worn, but the first to feature the club’s circular crest, replacing the City of Manchester Coat of Arms (COA) that had appeared on the previous two seasons’ shirts. As such, it is a distinctive and highly collectable example from the early 1980s.

Bobby McDonald was a dependable and committed defender who made over 100 appearances for Manchester City, earning a reputation for his consistency and wholehearted performances throughout his time at Maine Road.

The shirt features all the correct player-specification details associated with Manchester City match-worn shirts from this era. Genuine examples from the early 1980s are exceptionally difficult to source and rarely become available on the open market. The Umbro logo has faded over time.

Every shirt featured on this website is an original match-worn or match-issued example. These shirts are among the hardest Manchester City memorabilia pieces to obtain and form part of Mark’s world-renowned collection of Manchester City match-worn shirts.

Each shirt purchased comes complete with a personally signed Letter of Provenance from Mark, confirming its authenticity and origin, giving buyers complete confidence in the history and provenance of their shirt.

Whether you’re a dedicated Manchester City supporter, a serious football memorabilia collector, or looking to own a genuine piece of the club’s history, this represents a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic match-worn shirt from one of City’s most recognisable kit eras.

Please contact Mark for further information or to enquire about purchasing this shirt.