Black Friday on rugby clubs

Red and black, sky blue and white: the colours of the major clubs

Each club jersey tells a story. The red and black of Stade Toulousain, founded in 1907, reflects the colours of the city's capitouls; the sky blue and white of Racing 92 continues the look of the Racing Club de France, first champion of France in 1892. In Toulon, the red and black of RC Toulon resonates with the Pilou-Pilou, a chant sung at Mayol before the matches, while Stade Français made pink its signature in the mid-2000s. The yellow and black of La Rochelle and the sky blue and white of Bayonne complete this palette, which supporters find every weekend in the stands of the championship.

The families

The clubs of Black Friday come in:

• Top 14/Pro D2.
• Foreign clubs.

The Black Friday also includes Jerseys, Nations, Shoes, Equipment.

Home, away, pre-match or Heritage: which kit to choose

The home jersey is the safest choice: these are the historical colours, the ones you see most in the stands. The away jersey, often lighter or more graphic, appeals to those who already own the main kit. The pre-match jersey, worn by players during warm-ups, is distinguished by a cut similar to a training top and is easy to wear in everyday life. The Heritage jerseys, like the long-sleeved classic-collared version from Stade Toulousain, pay homage to past kits. Finally, the authentic version of RC Toulon adopts the players' fitted cut, unlike the supporter version, which is looser.

Jackets, sweatshirts and windbreakers for winter stands

The Top 14 also takes place in the middle of winter, and clubs have developed ranges for the touchline. The training jacket from RC Toulon, the hoodie from Stade Toulousain or the training top from Racing 92 can be layered over a jersey and worn day-to-day. The lightweight windbreaker from Toulouse protects against showers in the stands. Polos add a smarter touch, suitable for away games or post-match receptions. In terms of sizes, these garments generally have a classic fit: stick to your usual size, and go for the next size up to layer a thick jumper in December.

Other good deals

Outside of Black Friday, great deals can be found in good deals, clearance, sales. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, French Days in spring, then summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the most successful club in the French championship?

Stade Toulousain, champion of France numerous times since its first Brennus in 1912, and winner of the European Cup in its first edition, in 1996. This record explains the popularity of its kits throughout France.

What is the Brennus shield?

The trophy awarded to the champion of France since 1892, designed by Charles Brennus, an engraver and pioneer of French rugby, on an idea from Pierre de Coubertin. The players often nickname it "the bit of wood" because of its support.

What size of club jersey for a child?

One should refer to the child's actual size rather than their age: children's sizes, often expressed in years, correspond to an average stature. Between two sizes, choose the larger, without excess so the jersey doesn’t float.

Have French clubs often won the European Cup?

Yes: Stade Toulousain in 1996, RC Toulon three years in a row between 2013 and 2015, Stade Rochelais in 2022 and 2023, then Union Bordeaux-Bègles in 2025, after a final against Northampton.

Why does Stade Français play in pink?

The pink was introduced in the mid-2000s under the presidency of Max Guazzini, who wanted to modernise the image of the Parisian club. Initially mocked, it has become one of the most recognisable colours in French rugby.