Teamwear to kit out a club

Match Kit: Shirt, Shorts, Socks and Spare Set

A match kit consists of three pieces per player, shirt, shorts and socks, which Law Four of the laws of the game makes mandatory along with shin guards. The same text requires that the two teams wear colours that distinguish them from each other and from the referees: a club playing in blue must therefore provide a second set in white or yellow for away matches against an opponent with similar colours.

For a squad of twenty players, a few extra kits account for new arrivals during the year and losses. The goalkeeper gets their own colour, different from that of the outfield players and the opposing team.

Measuring a Squad: Children's and Adults' Sizes and Cuts

The sizes of teamwear are expressed by age or height for children, up to around fourteen years, then in adult sizes from XS to XXL and sometimes beyond. The most reliable method is to circulate a set of sample sizes at the start: each player tries them on, the coach notes the sizes, and the order is placed without exchanges. For rapidly growing categories, aiming for the next size up avoids needing to repurchase mid-year.

The cuts vary by range: fitted shirts, close to those worn by professionals, appeal to younger players, while a veterans' team prefers a straight cut, which is more comfortable throughout a match.

Customising Club Kits: Numbers, Names, Partners

Customisation should be planned at the time of order, as it affects delivery times. Numbers on the back are the foundation, followed by the player's name and the logo of the club or sponsor. The heat transfer of letters and numbers in soft vinyl, applied with a heat press, adheres well to technical polyester and stretches with the fabric; screen printing is better suited for reproducing the same sponsor logo across an entire range.

Keeping the same font and colour of numbers from one year to the next allows for replacing a lost shirt without mismatching the team. The official letters and numbers from major leagues are listed in the customisations.

Erima, Hummel, Joma, Errea: Brands Born from Amateur Sport

Teamwear brands often have a long history. Erima was founded in 1900 in Reutlingen, Germany, as a small sportswear manufacturer. Hummel goes back to 1923, when the Messmer brothers made football boots in Hamburg; its name means bumblebee in German. Joma was founded in 1965 by Fructuoso López in Toledo, Spain, and Errea started in 1988 near Parma, Italy.

All offer ranges that are maintained over several seasons, where shirts, shorts, socks, sweatshirts and tracksuits share the same colours, allowing the team to be outfitted from head to toe in a single line.

All the Teamwear

Teamwear is organised by type of product:

• Shirts, short or long sleeves, in all sizes.
• Shorts, matching the shirts.
• T-shirts and Polos, for training and officials.
• Sweatshirts, for warming up.
• Jackets and Windbreakers, for the bench.
• Tracksuits, the club's away kit.
• Pants, for training or tracksuits.
• Socks, in the club's colours.
• Accessories, bags, water bottles, and small equipment.

The rest of the football universe can be found in the shoes, teams, customisations, tracksuits, goalkeepers, juniors, equipment, all gathered on the football page.

New Arrivals and Good Deals

The new arrivals showcase the latest models, the promotions include previous collections at discounted prices, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The good deals, clearance sales, sales and Black Friday have their own football page, through Black Friday, the end-of-year holidays, winter sales, and French Days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the term teamwear refer to in football?

Teamwear refers to outfits meant to equip an entire team rather than a supporter: plain shirts to personalise, shorts, socks, tracksuits and jackets from the same range. The club chooses its colours, then adds numbers, names and its logo.

How should an team's kit be washed after each match?

Gather together the returned shirts, wash at thirty degrees, without fabric softener or bleach, using a detergent suitable for technical textiles. Air-dry them rather than using a tumble dryer, as the heat can peel off the heat-pressed numbers and age the fabric.

How long does a teamwear range remain available?

Ranges from major brands generally remain in the catalogue for several seasons. Before placing an order, check the stated duration: it allows for completing the team the following year with the same model, without having to repurchase the entire kit.

Should the tape holding the socks match?

Yes. According to the laws of the game, adhesive tape or over-socks worn on the outside must match the colour of the part of the sock it covers. Providing matching socks and tape avoids a referee's remark before kick-off.

Can multiple brands be mixed in the same club outfit?

It is possible, but shades vary from one manufacturer to another: a royal blue from one brand is not exactly the same as that from another. Sticking to one range ensures consistent shades, cuts and logos, simplifying restocking.