Aberdeen 87/88 player shirt by Umbro believed to have been worn by Nicholas in the 1987-88 League Cup Final against Rangers played at Hampden Park on the 25th October '87.
The match was an absolute thriller that was eventually decided on penalties infront of 71,961 spectators. Finishing 3-3 after extra-time the tie went to a penalty shoot-out.
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All of the Rangers players successfully converted their kicks but for The Dons Nicholas unfortunately hit the cross bar and it proved crucial. The former Crystal Palace and Arsenal hard man was in his only season in Scottish football, making 39 appearances before returning south with Chelsea in a £350K deal. Nicholas remained a regular for Wales and played on until '92 after 73 appearances for his country.
Correct player size flock Umbro professionally heat pressed, fully embroidered crest, Umbro logo and League Cup Final 1987-88 match detail, flock JVC sponsor, size stated as Medium rather than 38-40"/97-102cm, comes from the players own collection - a signed letter verifying this can be provided.
