Black Friday Top 14/Pro D2: club jerseys

Toulouse, Toulon, Racing 92: colours steeped in history

The three clubs most represented in the selection wear colours that have been established for over a century. The Stade Toulousain, founded in 1907, has made red and black its signature, and its long-sleeved Heritage shirt, inspired by the past, recalls the outfits of yesteryear. The RC Toulon, born the following year, also plays in red and black and offers a pre-match version worn during warm-ups. The Racing 92, heir to the Racing Club de France created in 1882, remains true to sky blue and white. Hoodies, tracksuits, and training tops follow the same codes for supporters.

The other clubs

The Black Friday clubs are also available:

• Foreign clubs.

All the clubs of the Black Friday are gathered on the clubs page.

Supporter version or authentic: which fit to choose

The difference lies in the fit and the fabric. The supporter version, with a straight cut in soft polyester, easily slips over a t-shirt and keeps you comfortable during afternoons in the stands without being tight. The authentic version, offered here for Toulouse and Toulon, is tailored like the players': very close to the body to provide less grip for the opponent, in a finer and more elastic fabric. It fits small, so you often need to take a size up from your usual. For second-row builds or everyday use, the supporter version remains the most comfortable.

UBB, La Rochelle, Stade Français: the other big clubs

Beyond this trio, the selection includes other major teams from the championship. The Union Bordeaux-Bègles, born in 2006 from the merger of Stade Bordelais and CA Bordeaux-Bègles, has established itself as one of the strongholds in Top 14. The Stade Rochelais, founded in 1898, plays in yellow and black in front of one of the most passionate crowds in France, at the Marcel-Deflandre stadium. The Stade Français, created in 1883, played in the very first French championship final in 1892 against Racing. Each offers its home shirt, the first piece of the supporter's kit.

Other good deals

Outside of Black Friday, good deals can be found in the good deals, clearance, sales. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The key moments of the year come in a stable order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a home shirt and an away shirt?

The home shirt features the club's historic colours and is worn in its own stadium. The away shirt takes over when the kits of both teams might clash, and its design evolves more freely from year to year.

What is the purpose of the pre-match shirt?

Players wear it during warm-ups, before putting on the match shirt in the locker room. Lightweight and breathable, it can also be worn for sports or daily activities, often featuring a more graphic design than the official shirt.

What is Pro D2?

The Pro D2 is the second professional division of French rugby, created in 2000 and organised like the Top 14 by the National Rugby League. Its best clubs can move up to the top tier, while the lowest in the Top 14 can be relegated.

Why is the Top 14 trophy called the Bouclier de Brennus?

It bears the name of engraver Charles Brennus, who created it at the initiative of Pierre de Coubertin. Awarded to the champion of France since 1892, it is mounted on a wooden panel, hence its nickname of wooden shield.

How do you wash a club shirt without damaging the badge?

Turn it inside out, wash it at thirty degrees with a gentle detergent and no fabric softener, and then lay it flat to dry, away from the tumble dryer. This way, the badge and heat-sealed logos keep their shape after dozens of washes.