This ticket commemorates the senior international debut of Carles Puyol for the Spain national football team against the Netherlands national football team in 2000. Making his first appearance for La Roja, Puyol stepped onto the international stage as a rising defender from FC Barcelona. The match marked the beginning of an international career defined by leadership, determination, and defensive excellence.
 
Puyol would go on to become captain of Spain during its most successful era, helping lead the team to victory at the 2010 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2008. A debut ticket from this match captures the very first chapter of his legendary journey with the national team — before the trophies and historic triumphs. For collectors focused on iconic debuts and defensive legends, this piece represents a foundational milestone in Carles Puyol’s remarkable career.