The blue Manchester United shirt worn by captain Charlie Roberts in the Players' Union Match v Newcastle United at St James' Park 29th April 1908, long-sleeved, label for Alex Watson, Sports Outfitters, Manchester.
This shirt was worn by Charlie Roberts and is the only known surviving example from the game.
Provenance:
By family descent.
Sold for £5000
26 & 27 October Sporting Memorabilia
Sotheby's New Bond Street Saleroom
26 October 2015
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