AS Roma, the yellow and red of the Wolf
Founded on 7th June 1927 from the merger of three Roman clubs, AS Roma wears the purple red and gold yellow of the Eternal City. Discover the adidas home, away and third shirts of the Giallorossi, kids' sizes, jackets and tracksuit bottoms, as well as retro shirts and jackets that bring back the great eras of the club.
The Wolf on the heart, Rome on the back.
The She-Wolf and the Colours of Rome
AS Roma was founded on 7 June 1927 from the merger of Roman FC, Alba-Audace and Fortitudo-Pro Roma, aimed at giving the capital a club that could compete with those in the North. Its colours, purple-red and gold-yellow, are those of the city of Rome. On the crest, the Capitoline Wolf nurses Romulus and Remus, the twins from the founding myth of the city. Since 1953, Roma has played at the Stadio Olimpico, which it shares with Lazio. The nickname Giallorossi, the yellow and red, and that of Lupi, the wolves, come directly from these symbols.
Other Serie A Clubs to Discover
The entire Italian championship is gathered in Serie A. The neighbour from the derby of the capital has its page Lazio Rome. The clubs from the North follow: Juventus in Turin, then AC Milan and Inter Milan, who share San Siro.
Retro Shirts of Roma: 1978, 1983, 2001
Roma has few titles, but each has marked a generation. The club is champion of Italy in 1942, then in 1983 with Falcão and Bruno Conti, and finally in 2001, under the captaincy of Francesco Totti. The retro shirts from Copa Football, a Dutch brand specialising in archive kits since 1998, bring back these eras: early 2000s shirt, late 1970s home kits, early 1980s away shirt, not to mention the zip-up tracksuits from the same period. They are worn in the city as collector's items, far from the technical look of current shirts.
The Return of adidas and the Night of Tirana
After a stint with New Balance in the early 2020s, Roma rejoined adidas starting in 2023, a brand that had already outfitted them from 1977 to 1979 and from 1991 to 1994. The home, away and third shirts are available in supporter versions, with a straight cut, and in children's sizes. These kits carry the legacy of the club's first European title: on 25 May 2022 in Tirana, a goal from Nicolò Zaniolo gave Roma the first UEFA Conference League in history against Feyenoord. The club also has nine Coppa Italia titles.
Good Times to Dress in Giallorosso
For a Roma shirt to gift, Black Friday and the end-of-year holidays are peak times. Winter sales lower the current kit price, available in the Promotions. In spring, French Days teams precede the end of the championship, then summer sales and the return to training release previous kits in Clearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Francesco Totti the absolute legend of Roma?
Totti played his entire professional career at Roma, until his last match on 28 May 2017 against Genoa. The club's all-time top scorer and most capped player, he was captain during the 2001 title, making his number ten the most iconic in Rome.
Is a retro Copa shirt made for playing?
That's not its purpose. Copa shirts replicate the aesthetic of archive kits, with a cut and materials designed for everyday use. For playing, it's better to choose a technical shirt, lighter and more breathable.
What does Giallorossi mean?
Giallorossi means the yellow and red in Italian, referring to the gold-yellow and purple-red of the shirt. These are the official colours of the municipality of Rome, which makes Roma the city's identity club.
Do Roma and Lazio play in the same stadium?
Yes, both clubs have shared the Stadio Olimpico since 1953. The derby of the capital is therefore held there twice a year, with the Curva Sud reserved for Roma supporters and the Curva Nord for Lazio fans.
What size adidas shirt for a child from Roma?
Children's adidas shirts are chosen according to the size in centimetres indicated on the guide. If your child is between two sizes, the larger one will allow some room, as the supporter cut is still quite loose.
