The Story of Deportivo’s Kits
Founded in 1906, Real Club Deportivo de La Coruña are inseparable from their blue-and-white colours. The design, inspired by the maritime flag of Galicia and the waves of the Atlantic, became permanent in the 1920s. The alternating stripes reflect both the region’s seafaring tradition and the purity of its local identity — a visual statement that stands apart in Spanish football.
The shirt’s elegance mirrors the club’s motto: unity, loyalty, and pride. Even as Depor’s fortunes have fluctuated, their colours have remained a constant symbol of dignity and belief.
Kit Evolution and Brand Heritage
Early Deportivo kits were handmade cotton shirts featuring thick blue hoops or solid blue bodies. As football modernised, manufacturers like Umbro, Adidas, Joma, and Macron refined the look while preserving the club’s classic aesthetic.
The 1990s and early 2000s — Depor’s golden era — introduced lightweight fabrics, subtle wave patterns, and refined striping, perfectly matching the club’s rise to European prominence. Recent Macron designs have returned to simplicity: crisp blue-and-white stripes with minimal trims, echoing the calm and class of Galicia’s Atlantic coast.
Away shirts have ranged from bold black and gold to light turquoise or deep navy, each paying tribute to the region’s colours of sea and stone.
Famous Deportivo La Coruña Shirts
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1999/2000 Home Shirt – worn as Deportivo won their first and only La Liga title, becoming champions of Spain.
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2003/04 Champions League Shirt – immortalised by the 4–0 comeback against AC Milan in one of Europe’s greatest ever nights.
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1995/96 Away Shirt – featuring striking diagonal blue bands, worn during their Copa del Rey triumph.
2020/21 Centenary Shirt – a minimalist, retro design celebrating 115 years of history and Galician pride.
Little-Known Facts About Deportivo Kits
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Royal heritage: Deportivo received the title Real (“Royal”) from King Alfonso XIII in 1907, which introduced the crown seen on the club crest ever since.
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Galician flag influence: The diagonal blue stripe of the regional flag inspired several away shirts throughout the club’s history.
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Adidas era: In the 1980s, Depor’s Adidas kits featured the city’s coat of arms on the sleeve — rare for Spanish teams at the time.
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Wave patterns: Multiple kits have incorporated faint water-wave graphics symbolising the Atlantic Ocean surrounding A Coruña.
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Home-grown pride: The club’s kit launch events often take place at local landmarks, from the Tower of Hercules to the Riazor seafront.
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Cult collector item: The 2000–01 Champions League home shirt with “Feiraco” sponsorship remains one of the most sought-after retro La Liga shirts.
Cross-sport roots: Deportivo were founded as a gymnastics and cycling club, and the blue-and-white design originally came from their cycling uniforms.
Our Range and Personalisation Options
At UK Soccer Shop, you’ll find the full Deportivo La Coruña range — official home, away, and third shirts, plus retro classics and training wear. Each jersey is 100 % authentic, featuring the club crest, sponsor, and manufacturer detailing.
Personalisation is available on most shirts, letting you add your own name or those of club icons such as Fran, Mauro Silva, or Diego Tristán.
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Why Deportivo La Coruña Shirts Stand Out
Deportivo’s shirts capture everything that makes Galician football special — elegance, humility, and heart. The blue-and-white stripes symbolise more than a team; they represent a coastal community’s pride and persistence. Whether you’re collecting a 2000 title classic or the latest modern design, a Deportivo La Coruña shirt connects you to one of Spain’s most stylish and storied football clubs.