Cardiff shirts in club colours

Our Cardiff jerseys page showcases, when available, the jerseys of the Welsh capital's rugby club, founded in 1876. It tells the story of the Blue and Blacks, from the Arms Park to their European titles, and gives our tips on choosing between supporter and player versions and finding the right size.

The sky blue and black of the Welsh capital.

Victories over touring nations for European titles

Founded on 22 September 1876 from the merger of the Glamorgan and Wanderers clubs, Cardiff has built its legend against major touring nations. The club defeated South Africa on New Year's Day 1907, then New Zealand in 1953, eight to three in front of fifty-six thousand spectators at Arms Park. No Welsh club has provided more players to Wales and the Lions. In the professional era, under the name Cardiff Blues then Cardiff Rugby, it won the European Challenge in 2010 against Toulon in Marseille, and again in 2018 against Gloucester in Bilbao.

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Cardiff Arms Park, a stadium in the heart of the city

The club plays at Cardiff Arms Park, right in the city centre, by the Taff and just a short walk from the national stadium of Wales. The venue, named after a former hotel, the Cardiff Arms, has hosted rugby since the nineteenth century and has just over twelve thousand seats. The professional team left it from 2009 to 2012 for a larger stadium located to the west of the city, before returning permanently, as Arms Park offers a more intimate atmosphere and much lower costs. The light blue and black jersey remains home there, amidst the tight stands of the city centre.

Light blue and black: choosing your Cardiff jersey

The Cardiff jersey combines light blue, adopted after a player brought back his kit from the University of Cambridge, and black, hence the nickname Blue and Blacks. The supporter version, with a straight cut, is worn at the stadium as well as daily and is chosen in the usual size. The player version, more fitted and technical, is taken one size up to maintain shoulder ease. Kids' sizes are based on age, but actual height is the best guide. The jersey should be washed inside out, at thirty degrees, to preserve the emblem.

Good deals

Good bargains can be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, French Days in spring, then summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

Are Cardiff Blues and Cardiff Rugby the same club?

Yes. The professional team was known as Cardiff Blues from 2003 to 2021, then resumed the name Cardiff Rugby. The light blue and black colours have not changed, and the jersey remains that of Arms Park.

What competition does Cardiff compete in?

The United Rugby Championship, which includes teams from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Italy and South Africa, as well as the European cups. Its players form part of the backbone of the Welsh national team.

Which great players have worn the Cardiff jersey?

The club has seen Gareth Edwards and Barry John, legends of the seventies, followed by Gethin Jenkins, Sam Warburton and Leigh Halfpenny in the professional era. All have worn the light blue and black before shining with Wales and the Lions.

Why is Welsh rugby organised into regions?

Since 2003, the Welsh federation has concentrated professional rugby into a few regional teams, including Cardiff, to compete with English and French clubs. Historic clubs continue to exist at the semi-professional level.

How to maintain the brightness of a light blue jersey?

Light colours fade in sunlight and when in contact with dark clothing. Wash the jersey separately during the first washes, inside out and at low temperature, then dry it in the shade.