The Republic of Ireland 2002 Home Retro Football Shirt is closely associated with the country's memorable 2002 FIFA World Cup campaign in South Korea and Japan. Mick McCarthy's side progressed through a challenging group unbeaten, drawing 1–1 with Cameroon and Germany before defeating Saudi Arabia 3–0. Their tournament eventually ended against Spain in the Round of 16 after a 1–1 draw and penalty shootout defeat.
The campaign produced several enduring moments in Irish football history. Robbie Keane scored three World Cup goals, including his famous stoppage-time equaliser against Germany and the late penalty against Spain, while Damien Duff emerged as one of the team's most exciting attacking players. Matt Holland, Steve Staunton, Gary Breen, Steve Finnan and Shay Given were also important figures in a side that came remarkably close to reaching the quarter-finals.
The home shirt features Ireland's unmistakable rich green base, complemented by white and orange detailing that reflects the colours of the national flag. A traditional fold-over collar gives the jersey its distinctive early-2000s appearance, while contrasting shoulder, sleeve and side detailing adds definition to the otherwise clean green body. The FAI crest sits proudly on the chest, completing a design forever associated with Ireland's unbeaten group-stage run and one of the country's most memorable World Cup adventures.
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Republic of Ireland 2002 Home L/S Jersey
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Size Guidance (Retro Jersey)
Size Chest (in) Length (in) Rec. Height (ft/in) Rec. Weight (lb) S 39 28 65–67 121–132 M 41 28 67–69 132–154 L 43 29 69–71 154–176 XL 44 30 71–75 176–198 XXL 46 31 75–79 198–220 Note: All sizes are for reference only. Manual measurement may result in an error of ±1 inch.
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Season Information
Year: 2002
Team: Republic of Ireland
Manager: Mick McCarthy
Major Competition: 2002 FIFA World Cup — South Korea & Japan
World Cup Stage: Round of 16
Group: Group E — Germany, Cameroon, Saudi Arabia
Group Record: 1 Win, 2 Draws — Unbeaten
Round of 16: Spain 1–1 Republic of Ireland — Spain won 3–2 on penaltiesThe Republic of Ireland 2002 home shirt is closely associated with the country's memorable campaign at the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Mick McCarthy's side qualified through the UEFA play-offs after finishing second in a difficult qualifying group containing Portugal and the Netherlands, then defeated Iran 2–1 on aggregate to secure a place at the finals.
Ireland opened the World Cup with a 1–1 draw against Cameroon, with Matt Holland scoring the equaliser. Their second match produced one of the defining moments of the tournament when Robbie Keane scored a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser against Germany to secure another 1–1 draw. Ireland then defeated Saudi Arabia 3–0, with goals from Robbie Keane, Gary Breen and Damien Duff, to advance from Group E unbeaten.
In the Round of 16, Ireland faced Spain. Fernando Morientes gave Spain an early lead before Robbie Keane converted a 90th-minute penalty to make it 1–1. After extra time produced no further goals, Ireland were eliminated 3–2 in the penalty shootout. Despite the defeat, the tournament remains one of the most celebrated World Cup campaigns in Republic of Ireland history.
The campaign was also shaped by the highly publicised departure of captain Roy Keane from the squad before the tournament following the Saipan dispute. As a result, although Roy Keane was central to Ireland's qualification campaign, he did not play at the 2002 World Cup finals.
Rec. Player Printing Options
Printing Recommendation ROBBIE KEANE 10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Overall Choice. Ireland's leading scorer at the 2002 World Cup with three goals, including dramatic late equalisers against Germany and Spain. DUFF 9 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Breakout-Star Choice. One of Ireland's outstanding attacking players at the tournament and scorer in the 3–0 victory over Saudi Arabia. STAUNTON 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ Best Captain Choice. Captained Ireland at the tournament and completed a remarkable third World Cup appearance. GIVEN 1 ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ Best Goalkeeper Choice. First-choice goalkeeper throughout Ireland's unbeaten run to the Round of 16. HOLLAND 8 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Midfield Choice. Scored Ireland's equaliser against Cameroon in the opening group match. QUINN 17 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Veteran Choice. An iconic Irish striker appearing at his second World Cup and playing an important role during the tournament. ROBBIE KEANE 10 is the strongest overall printing choice for the Ireland 2002 Away Retro Football Jersey.
Keane was Ireland's leading scorer at the 2002 FIFA World Cup with three goals. His dramatic late equaliser against Germany secured a crucial 1–1 draw, before he scored again in the 3–0 victory over Saudi Arabia. In the Round of 16, Keane converted a late penalty against Spain to force extra time and later scored Ireland's opening penalty in the shootout.
DUFF 9 is the strongest alternative. The tournament established Damien Duff as one of Ireland's most exciting attacking players, and he scored the final goal in the 3–0 victory over Saudi Arabia that secured qualification for the knockout stage.
STAUNTON 5 is the strongest heritage choice. The experienced defender captained Ireland during the tournament and was appearing at his third World Cup after also representing the country in 1990 and 1994.
FIFA World Cup squad
2002 World Cup Squad
No. Player Club 1 Shay Given Newcastle United 2 Steve Finnan Fulham 3 Ian Harte Leeds United 4 Kenny Cunningham Wimbledon 5 Steve Staunton (c) Aston Villa 6 Roy Keane Manchester United 7 Jason McAteer Sunderland 8 Matt Holland Ipswich Town 9 Damien Duff Blackburn Rovers 10 Robbie Keane Leeds United 11 Kevin Kilbane Sunderland 12 Mark Kinsella Charlton Athletic 13 David Connolly Wimbledon 14 Gary Breen Coventry City 15 Richard Dunne Manchester City 16 Dean Kiely Charlton Athletic 17 Niall Quinn Sunderland 18 Gary Kelly Leeds United 19 Clinton Morrison Crystal Palace 20 Andrew O'Brien Newcastle United 21 Steven Reid Millwall 22 Lee Carsley Everton 23 Alan Kelly Blackburn Rovers
