Alaixys Romao – Grenoble Foot 38 (15/02/2008)

Here's a piece of history of absolute rarity, issued for a unique event in the annals of Isère football. This match worn jersey was donned by the tough and tireless Togolese international midfielder Alaixys Romao for Grenoble Foot 38 during the historic inaugural match of the Stade des Alpes against Clermont Foot.

Match Context: A Dream First Half in a Brand New Setting

For the 24th matchday of Ligue 2 (2007-2008 season), Mécha Baždarević's GF38 definitively left the old Lesdiguières stadium to move into its new jewel. To celebrate this grand premiere in a sold-out arena, the Grenoble team temporarily abandoned their usual colors to wear an unprecedented yellow kit, specially designed for this unique gala evening. On the pitch, the party was in full swing from the start of the match. Carried by the fervor of 19,000 spectators, Franck Dja Djédjé scored the very first goal in the history of the new stadium in the 19th minute. Just ten minutes later, local icon Nassim Akrour sent the stands into a frenzy by doubling the score (29th). Imperious and solid, the Isère team perfectly managed their lead to secure a historic victory (2-0).

Alaixys Romao: GF38's Undisputed Boss and Sentinel

A defensive midfielder with an impressive work rate, renowned for his positive aggression in duels, his sense of anticipation, and his metronome-like consistency, Alaixys Romao was the indispensable linchpin of the Isère system. Starting and imperious in the heart of the game during this historic derby, he completely stifled Clermont's attacking ambitions, recovering countless balls to secure this precious clean sheet. Worn during this legendary evening, forever etched in the collective memory of Dauphiné sports, his collector's jersey includes all the official markings of the era. An absolutely unfindable collector's masterpiece.