Discover the different types of football shirts sold by The Vault, including official original shirts, player issue, match worn, pro version and retro reissue football shirts.

At The Vault, we offer a wide range of football shirts for collectors, fans and enthusiasts. Whether you are looking for a shirt to wear, display or add to a serious collection, it helps to understand the differences between each type.Below is a breakdown of the main football shirt categories we stock.<h2 id="official--original-shirts">Official &amp; Original Shirts</h2>These are the most popular shirts on our website and the fan favourite for everyday wear. Official &amp; Original shirts are fully licensed football shirts manufactured by major sports brands such as Adidas, Nike, Puma and others for a specific club or national team season.They are designed to be durable, comfortable and wearable, making them ideal for match days, casual use or collecting official club shirts.<h2 id="pro-version-shirts">Pro Version Shirts</h2>Pro Version shirts are our premium performance range. These may also be referred to as Authentic, Pro or Player Version shirts depending on the brand.They are made with advanced fabric technology, a lighter construction and a closer athletic fit. These shirts are created with on-pitch performance in mind, making them ideal for serious collectors or customers who want the closest version to what players wear.Because they are built for performance, they are often less suited to long-term regular wear than standard fan versions.<h2 id="player-issue--match-worn-shirts">Player Issue &amp; Match Worn Shirts</h2>These are among the rarest and most desirable shirts we sell. Player Issue and Match Worn shirts are authentic shirts prepared for or used by professional players in official matches or training environments.These shirts may include unique features such as player-specific sizing, smaller sponsor marks to meet competition regulations, custom alterations or visible signs of use. For collectors, these are often considered the standout pieces in any football shirt collection.<h2 id="reissue-shirts">Reissue Shirts</h2>Reissue shirts are perfect for customers who want a retro football shirt in brand new condition. These are officially licensed reproductions of iconic designs from past seasons, either re-released by the original manufacturer or recreated under licence by specialist heritage brands.While they stay true to the original look, reissue shirts are usually made using modern materials and updated fits. In some cases, small design details may differ from the original shirt due to current licensing restrictions.<h2 id="which-football-shirt-is-right-for-me">Which Football Shirt Is Right for Me?</h2><ul><li>Official &amp; Original: Best for everyday wear and official club shirt collecting</li><li>Pro Version: Best for performance-focused buyers and premium collectors</li><li>Player Issue &amp; Match Worn: Best for serious memorabilia collectors</li><li>Reissue: Best for retro football shirt fans who want classic designs in new condition</li></ul>If you are unsure which football shirt type is right for you, browse our collection or contact The Vault team for guidance.

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Yes, every football shirt sold by The Vault is 100% genuine and officially licensed. Each shirt is checked by our in-house team for authenticity before being listed.

Yes, every football shirt we sell is 100% genuine and officially licensed.At The Vault, authenticity is taken seriously. Before any football shirt is listed on our website, it goes through a detailed inspection by our in-house team.<h2 id="how-we-check-authenticity">How We Check Authenticity</h2>Our team carefully reviews each shirt by checking important details such as:<ul><li>Tags and labels</li><li>Stitching and construction</li><li>Materials and fabric quality</li><li>Colour accuracy</li><li>Printing and sponsor details</li><li>Manufacturer product codes</li></ul>This process helps us confirm that every shirt meets our authenticity standards before it is made available for sale.<h2 id="where-our-football-shirts-come-from">Where Our Football Shirts Come From</h2>We stock a range of football shirts sourced from trusted channels, including original manufacturers, authorised distributors and reputable collectors. This gives us added confidence in the authenticity of every item we sell.<h2 id="shop-with-confidence">Shop with Confidence</h2>Whether you are buying a modern kit, retro shirt or collector piece, you can shop knowing your football shirt has been checked and verified by The Vault.

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We sell both new and used football shirts. Every item is 100% authentic and its condition is clearly stated in the product title and description so you know exactly what you’re buying.

We sell both new and used football shirts. Every item we sell is 100% authentic, and the condition is always clearly stated in the product title and description so you know exactly what you&apos;re buying.<hr><h2 id="new-football-shirts">New Football Shirts</h2>Our new football shirts are brand new and unworn, usually supplied with the original manufacturer tags.These shirts include the latest official kits from the current season and are sourced directly from authorised distributors, official partners, or trusted suppliers.Products listed as new will always include [New] in the product title or description.<hr><h2 id="used-football-shirts">Used Football Shirts</h2>We also offer a selection of used football shirts, many of which are rare, discontinued or vintage designs.Every used shirt is carefully inspected by our team to confirm both authenticity and overall condition before being listed for sale.This allows collectors and fans to find historic or retro shirts that are no longer available from the original manufacturer.<hr><h2 id="condition-grading">Condition Grading</h2>The condition of each shirt is clearly stated in the product listing. To help categorise condition, we use a simple five-star grading system:&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Perfect / New] &#x2013; No defects&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Excellent] &#x2013; 1&#x2013;2 very minor defects&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Good] &#x2013; Noticeable wear or small defects&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Fair] &#x2013; Visible wear or larger defects&#x2B50; [Poor] &#x2013; Major flaws, heavy fading or damageAny significant defects are always clearly stated and shown in the product photos.<hr>You can read more about how we grade shirt condition in our guide:<a href="https://support.thevault.co.uk/en-GB/how-do-you-condition-grade-your-shirts-516935">How do you condition grade your shirts?</a>

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Every pre-owned football shirt listed on The Vault is assessed by our in-house team using a consistent and transparent grading system so you know exactly what condition the item is in before buying.

Every pre-owned football shirt we list is carefully assessed by our in-house team using a consistent and transparent grading system.Our goal is simple &#x2014; to give collectors and fans complete confidence in what they&#x2019;re buying.The final condition grade of each shirt is always displayed in the product title and description so you know exactly what to expect before purchasing.<hr><h2 id="how-we-assess-shirt-condition">How We Assess Shirt Condition</h2>Each shirt is inspected across several key criteria before being assigned its final grade.Material &#x2013; The overall structure and feel of the fabric, including thickness, flexibility and durability.Wear &#x2013; Signs of use such as bobbling, pulls, snags or fraying. High-wear areas such as the inner neck are also checked.Colour &#x2013; Vibrancy and accuracy of the original shirt colours.Labels &#x2013; The presence and condition of size tags, wash labels and neck branding.Detail &#x2013; The quality and condition of design elements such as club badges, sponsor logos, sleeve patches and namesets.<hr><h2 id="our-shirt-condition-grades">Our Shirt Condition Grades</h2>Once these checks are completed, the shirt receives an overall condition grade based on the following five-star system:&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Perfect / New] &#x2013; No defects&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Excellent] &#x2013; 1&#x2013;2 very minor flaws&#x2B50;&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Good] &#x2013; Noticeable wear or small defects&#x2B50;&#x2B50; [Fair] &#x2013; Heavy wear or visible damage&#x2B50; [Poor] &#x2013; Major flaws, damage or heavy fading<hr><h2 id="additional-inspection">Additional Inspection</h2>Behind the scenes, every shirt goes through a detailed internal scoring process based on these five criteria.The individual inspection scores are recorded and noted on the swing tag attached to the shirt &#x2014; a small but professional detail that reflects the care and attention we give to every item we sell.This is just one more way we provide transparency and help you buy with confidence.

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