Bernard Casoni – Olympique de Marseille (September 18, 1991)

Here is an exceptional collector's item from European football. This match-worn jersey was worn by defender Bernard Casoni for Olympique de Marseille on September 18, 1991.

Match context: The European debut in Luxembourg

On Wednesday, September 18, 1991, Olympique de Marseille began its European Cup campaign with this first leg of the Round of 32 against Union Luxembourg at the Stade Municipal in Luxembourg.

Utterly dominant from start to finish, the Marseille side put on a collective masterclass and won convincingly (0-5), giving their continental run the perfect start.

Bernard Casoni: A safe pair of hands and a one-of-a-kind jersey

An undisputed starter in the heart of the Marseille defense, Bernard Casoni kept the back line watertight with his tactical discipline and his authority in the duels throughout the match.

This jersey is all the more unique as it is a model used exclusively for this match, featuring all the period details of the European Cup and its number on the back. It is a museum-grade collector's item of inestimable rarity.