Measured individually.
Football shirts do not always fit the same way.
Sizing can vary between brands, eras, countries, player-fit versions, fan versions and previous use. A size L from the 1990s may not fit like a modern size L. A vintage adidas shirt may not fit like a recent Nike shirt. Some shirts are wider, some are shorter, some are designed with a slimmer or boxier silhouette.
That is why every piece in the Matchday Culture archive is measured individually.
The label size is always shown, but the actual measurements are the best way to understand how a shirt will fit.
How we measure.
How to find your fit
The best way to choose your size is to compare our measurements with a shirt you already own.
Lay your own shirt flat. Measure pit to pit and length. Then compare those numbers with the measurements listed on the product page.
Do not rely only on the label size.
If your own shirt measures 56 cm pit to pit and you like that fit, look for pieces with a similar chest measurement. A difference of 1–2 cm can still work, depending on how you like to wear your shirts.
Important notes
Most pieces in the archive are pre-owned. Some are vintage. Some may have changed slightly over time because of washing, age, fabric behaviour or previous use.
Measurements are taken by hand, so a small variation of around 1 cm may occur.
The fit also depends on your body shape and how you like to wear football shirts — fitted, regular or oversized.