England Shirts, the Rose XV

From the first match in 1871 to the world title in 2003

The England team played on 27 March 1871 in Edinburgh, against Scotland, the very first international rugby match in history, which they lost. The Rose XV became world champion on 22 November 2003 in Sydney, beating Australia twenty to seventeen thanks to a drop goal by Jonny Wilkinson in the dying seconds of extra time, under the captaincy of Martin Johnson and the management of Clive Woodward. England also reached the World Cup final in 1991, 2007, and 2019, and is among the most successful nations in the tournament.

The other nations

The national team jerseys are also available in:

• France Team Jerseys.
• Ireland Jerseys.
• New Zealand Jerseys.
• Scotland Jerseys.
• Wales Jerseys.
• South Africa Jerseys.
• Italy Jerseys.
• Japan Jerseys.
• Euskarians Jerseys.
• Samoa Jerseys.
• Spain Jerseys.
• Tonga Jerseys.

All selections can be found on the national teams page.

The red rose, the white and Twickenham

The home jersey is white, emblazoned with the red rose, a symbol worn since the match of 1871. The away jersey, however, varies: red, navy blue, charcoal, black, or purple depending on the era, hence the search for black or blue English jerseys. England hosts its opponents at Twickenham, southwest of London, a stadium opened in 1909 and the largest venue in the world dedicated to rugby, with over eighty thousand seats. Supporters sing Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, which has become the team's unofficial anthem.

Authentic or World Cup edition: two jerseys, two uses

The authentic home jersey features the cut worn by the players: lightweight and stretchy fabric, fitted shoulders, and a short hem to avoid being grabbed during tackles. It suits both play and supporters who like fitted cuts, even if that means going up a size. The home jersey designed for the World Cup held in France in 2023 is a keepsake of that edition, where England finished third after a semi-final lost by a point to the eventual South African champions. It can be worn at the stadium or in everyday life, in a more classic cut.

Good deals

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2003 England jersey still sought after?

Yes, the jersey from the world title won in Australia is an iconic model, recognizable for its very fitted cut, revolutionary at the time. Collectors seek it in both original and reissue versions.

What is the Calcutta Cup?

It's the trophy contested each year by England and Scotland in the Six Nations Tournament, since 1879. It was made from the silver rupees of a dissolved rugby club in Calcutta.

What is the Crunch?

It's the nickname for the match between England and France, the most followed rivalry in the tournament. Both nations faced each other for the first time in 1906, in Paris, and meet every year in the tournament.

What size for an England jersey?

One measures their chest size and compares it to the size guide. For the authentic version, tailored close to the body, many supporters go up a size to wear it comfortably off the pitch.

Is there an England jersey for children?

The Rose XV jerseys generally come in junior sizes, featuring the red rose and the same design as the adult models. One chooses based on age, taking the larger size for a child between two sizes.