Ospreys jerseys in club colours

Neath and Swansea United: The Title Years

The Ospreys were formed in 2003 with the creation of the Welsh professional provinces, merging two historic clubs, Neath and Swansea. They quickly established themselves as the most successful province in Wales, winning the Celtic League in 2005, 2007 and 2010, then the Pro12 in 2012, as well as an Anglo-Welsh Cup in 2008. This success relied on a squad featuring Alun Wyn Jones, Shane Williams, Adam Jones and Ryan Jones, key players in the Welsh Grand Slams of 2008 and 2012, making the Ospreys the backbone of the national team.

The Other Foreign Clubs

Foreign club shirts are also available:

• Cardiff Shirts.
• Edinburgh Shirts.
• Glasgow Shirts.
• Sale Sharks Shirts.
• Northampton Shirts.
• Newcastle Shirts.
• Connacht Shirts.
• Hurricanes Shirts.
• Lions Shirts.

All foreign clubs are listed on the foreign clubs page.

The Black of the Ospreys, from Swansea to St Helen's

The name comes from the osprey, the fish-eating bird of prey that hunts fish along the coasts and estuaries of south Wales. The home shirt is black, often highlighted with white or silver, a colour that sets the Ospreys apart from the red of their neighbours, the Scarlets. The badge features a stylised head of the bird. After many years at the modern stadium in Swansea, the club has chosen St Helen's, the historic rugby venue of the city, by the seaside, as their future home, with a transitional season at the Brewery Field in Bridgend during the works.

Alun Wyn Jones, Shane Williams, Biggar: The Big Names

The black Ospreys jersey is closely associated with Alun Wyn Jones, a second row and captain of Wales, the most capped player in history at the time of his international retirement, and with Shane Williams, a winger who was named World Player of the Year in 2008. Dan Biggar, Justin Tipuric and Adam Jones also built their careers there, as did All Blacks Justin Marshall and Jerry Collins, who came to strengthen the team. This cast made the Ospreys a showcase for Welsh rugby in the 2000s and 2010s, and their old shirts remind collectors of that era.

Bargain Deals

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What competition do the Ospreys compete in?

They compete in the United Rugby Championship, which includes Welsh, Irish, Scottish, Italian, and South African provinces, as well as a European Cup based on their ranking.

What size for an Ospreys shirt?

You measure your chest under the arms and refer to the brand's size guide. A supporter cut offers more room for everyday wear, while a player cut is more fitted to the body.

How to maintain the brightness of a black shirt?

It is washed inside out, in cold water or at thirty degrees, with detergent for dark colours and without fabric softener. Avoid using a tumble dryer and direct sunlight, which can dull the black and weaken the printed logos.

Have the Ospreys ever beaten an Australian team?

Yes, on 1st November 2006 in Swansea, they defeated an Australian selection on tour, twenty-four to sixteen, thanks to a late interception by Richard Mustoe. No other Welsh province has achieved such a feat.

Is an Ospreys shirt suitable for playing?

The player version, made from technical materials, can withstand tackles and the dampness of a match. The supporter version, which is more spacious and softer, is better suited for the stands and everyday wear rather than repeated contact.