Shirts from Atlético Madrid

The Atlético Madrid, the third giant of Spain

The Atlético occupies a special place in Spanish football: strong enough to regularly challenge Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, and carrying a popular club identity that sets it apart from the other two.

The club has around ten titles of champion of Spain. In European Cup competitions, it remains the major frustrated club on the continent, with several lost Champions League finals, including two against its Madrid neighbour.

The Diego Simeone era has redefined its image: an organised team, hard to beat, where intensity matters as much as talent. The Metropolitano Stadium, with seventy thousand seats, replaced the Vicente-Calderón in the late 2010s.

The red and white stripes of the Colchoneros

The home shirt of Atlético is vertically striped red and white, paired with navy blue shorts. The club's nickname, the Colchoneros, comes from this: the stripes reminded people of old mattresses.

It's a very identifiable shirt, which the club changes only slightly from one collection to the next. The width of the stripes and collar details change, but the base remains the same.

Home, away, third: which one to choose?

The home shirt is the red and white striped one, the one that most supporters buy and that remains identifiable long after.

The away shirt changes its base every year, often in dark or striking colours. It's the one that is easiest to wear outside the stadium.

The third takes the most liberties with the design and is released in smaller quantities. It's the one that becomes sought after once sold out.

Supporter version or player version?

The supporter version has a straight, looser fit, made from breathable yet soft material. It's the one worn at the stadium as well as on the street, and the default choice if you're unsure.

The player version, known as authentic, replicates the on-pitch kit: a close-fit cut, technical fabric, and different finishes. It is significantly more fitted, to the point that it’s common to take one size up, sometimes two.

What size Atlético shirt should you get?

In the supporter version, your usual t-shirt size works in most cases, with enough room to wear a layer underneath.

In the player version, count on one size up at minimum, as these shirts are designed to be close-fitting.

For children, the junior size charts follow age and height in centimetres rather than adult sizes.

Personalisation: name, number, and badges

The official Liga lettering has its own typography, different from the one used in the Champions League. This is what distinguishes official customisation from a makeshift one.

Once a shirt is personalised, it can no longer be exchanged, so the size should be checked before ordering. And a player's name is a long-term bet, which leads some supporters to keep a blank shirt.

The other clubs in Liga

The Spanish league isn't just about the two biggest budgets, and each club has its own page:

• The Real Madrid, the neighbour in the Madrid derby, and FC Barcelona, the other giant of the league.
• The Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad, the two major Basque clubs.
• The Real Betis, FC Valencia, Villarreal, Getafe, and Deportivo La Corogne complete the selection.

The page other clubs covers the remainder of the league, and the page Liga brings them together all.

Where to find a cheaper Atlético shirt

The promotions in the supporters' shop bring together the items currently on discount, while the new arrivals showcase the collections that have just arrived.

The clearance and good deals are available all year round on end-of-line items. The sales happen during the legal periods.

The Black Friday kicks off the series of highlights, followed by the year-end holidays, the winter sales, and the French Days in spring. The best moment is still when the next collection arrives, as the previous one goes into clearance.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Atlético called the Colchoneros?

The nickname comes from the red and white stripes of the shirt, which reminded people of old mattresses. Colchón means mattress in Spanish.

What’s the difference between the supporter shirt and the player shirt?

The supporter shirt has a straight and comfortable fit, designed for everyday wear. The player shirt replicates the on-pitch kit, with a close fit and more technical fabric, making it significantly more fitted.

Should I go one size up?

In the supporter version, your usual size works. In the player version, reckon on sizing up at minimum, sometimes two sizes if you want a looser fit.

Are there shirts available in children's sizes?

Yes, the main shirts are available in junior sizes, both home and away. The size charts follow age and height in centimetres.

Where can I find a cheap Atlético Madrid shirt?

On the promotions in the supporters' shop and in the clearance, which gathers end-of-line items as the next collection arrives.