Angola 2006 Training Jacket Medium

Condition: ★★★★★  

An extremely rare jacket from the 2006 FIFA World Cup. The size is Medium and it was manufactured by Puma. 

Angola made its debut appearance in the FIFA World Cup during the 2006 tournament, which was held in Germany. Here's an overview of their participation:

Group Stage Performance:

Angola was placed in Group D alongside Portugal, Mexico, and Iran. Here’s how they fared in their matches:

1. Portugal vs. Angola (June 11, 2006):

   • Result: Portugal 1–0 Angola
   • Goal: Scored by Pauleta in the 4th minute.
   • Despite the loss, Angola put up a commendable defensive performance against a strong Portuguese side.

2. Mexico vs. Angola (June 16, 2006):

   • Result: 0–0 Draw
   • Angola showed resilience, with goalkeeper João Ricardo making several crucial saves. This result was celebrated as a significant achievement for the debutants.

3. Angola vs. Iran (June 21, 2006):

   • Result: 1–1 Draw
   • Goals:
     • Angola: Flávio Amado scored in the 60th minute.
     • Iran: Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh equalized in the 75th minute.
   • Angola needed a win to have any chance of advancing, but the draw meant they were eliminated.
     

Key Highlights:

• Angola's participation was a significant milestone for the country and African football, showcasing their ability to compete on the world stage.
• The team's defense was particularly noteworthy, especially in holding Mexico and Iran to draws.