Vintage: retro football shirts
The Vintage page brings together reissues of retro shirts, jackets and t-shirts that have made football history, from Maradona to George Best, at Copa Football and other specialists.
Wearing football history, from the 1950s to the 1990s.
Maradona, from Boca to Naples
Several retro shirts tell the story of Diego Maradona: the one from Boca Juniors, champion of Argentina in 1981, the one from Argentina, crowned world champions in Mexico in 1986, and the one from SSC Napoli, which won its first champion title in Italy's history in 1987. The Dutch brand Copa Football, specialist in reissues, dedicates an entire collection to these years.
Legendary shirts
The orange shirt of the Netherlands from 1978, finalists of the World Cup in Argentina, recalls the legacy of total football. The Nottingham Forest shirt from 1976-1977 precedes the club's golden age under Brian Clough, who won the European Cup twice in 1979 and 1980. The Borussia Mönchengladbach of the 1970s, West Germany, Brazil from 1984, or the shirt of George Best, a Northern Irish legend, complete this gallery, along with nods like the SC Bastia shirt from 1981-1982.
The charm of retro
Vintage shirts feature polo or V-neck collars, thicker fabrics, and embroidered badges from before the era of technical shirts, without overwhelming sponsors. They can be worn daily with jeans as well as in the stands. Copa t-shirts, focusing on famous hairstyles or pitch invasions, play the humor card. A retro shirt should be washed inside out at 30 degrees to protect the embroidered badge.
Leagues and teams
Current shirts are sorted by league, Ligue 1, Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, other clubs, and by national team, on the teams page.
New arrivals and good deals
The new arrivals showcase the latest models, the promotions feature previous collections at reduced prices, and the items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and sent out within 24 hours. The good deals, clearance, sales, and Black Friday each have their football page.
Frequently asked questions
Which retro shirts recall Maradona's career?
The one from Boca Juniors, champion of Argentina in 1981, the one from Argentina crowned in Mexico in 1986, and the one from Napoli, first champion of Italy in the club's history in 1987.
What is a retro shirt reissue?
It is a faithful reproduction of a historic shirt, with its colours, collar, and period details, made today by specialists like Copa Football using comfortable materials.
What size should I take for a retro shirt?
Retro cuts are often looser and straighter than modern shirts. Take your usual size for a period look, one size down for a closer fit.
How do I wash a cotton retro shirt?
Wash it inside out at thirty degrees, without fabric softener, and dry it flat. The thick cotton of reissues can warp in the tumble dryer, and the embroidered badges keep their shape better.
Why is George Best a football legend?
A Northern Irish winger for Manchester United, George Best won the European Cup and the Ballon d'Or in 1968. His red shirt remains a classic in retro collections.
