Australia 2005

The Legacy

The 2005 Australia home shirt is a cornerstone of Socceroos history, representing the golden generation that finally broke the curse of qualification. Manufactured by Nike, this iconic gold jersey with green trim captures the intensity of the 2006 World Cup qualification campaign. It is best remembered for the heart-stopping playoff against Uruguay in Sydney, where Australia secured their first World Cup appearance in 32 years. The design is clean, bold, and synonymous with the grit shown by Guus Hiddink’s squad. Wearing this kit evokes the image of John Aloisi’s legendary penalty kick, a moment that defined a nation’s sporting identity and sparked a football revolution Down Under. Whether you are a collector or a fan of international football history, this jersey is a quintessential piece of memorabilia from a transformative era for Australian soccer, symbolizing resilience, national pride, and the beginning of the Socceroos' modern legacy on the global stage.