About

Tiburones Rojos de Veracruz, based in Veracruz, Mexico, formerly competed in Liga MX and features a long domestic history that attracts collectors and historians alike, mentioned here with Walkouts in mind.

Founded on 9 April 1943, the club traces its roots to 1943, and it remained a fixture of Mexican football from its home province to the national stage, rooted in Veracruz. For decades the side played at the top level, most notably in Liga MX, until the federation action that ended the club's participation in the national league in December 2019.

The team played its home games at the Estadio Luis "Pirata" Fuente, a ground that defines much of the club’s identity, and collectors often seek shirts tied to that arena era, especially pieces connected to the club’s honours. Domestically CD Veracruz won two Liga MX titles and two Copa MX trophies, facts that underpin demand for match-era and commemorative shirts.

Anniversary releases after 1970 carry particular appeal, with the club’s milestone dates lending natural focal points for limited editions. The club celebrated its 50th in 1993 and its 75th in 2018, and shirts issued to mark those milestones are often chased by regional collectors, chiefly for their provenance and period styling that echoes the Pirata Fuente years.

Season and match magnets for collectors include shirts from the seasons that produced the club’s title successes and from Copa MX final campaigns; these pieces are prized because they represent decisive moments in Veracruz history and because surviving retail and early-run items from those campaigns are comparatively scarce. Away shirts in a contrasting white with red trim colourway are frequently linked in provenance notes to important cup ties and memorable away wins, making them an iconic secondary focus for collectors.

Fanshop and retail shirts are explicitly part of the market, not only match-worn items, and demand extends to early runs, player-issue variants and regional releases that saw limited distribution around the Gulf coast. Signed items that carry clear provenance are most valuable to enthusiasts, and items accompanied by a title-winning seasons provenance note or a verifying COA are commonly prioritised for display and framing, especially pieces tied to Liga MX finals and Copa MX finals.

Provenance matters: pieces linked to the Estadio Luis "Pirata" Fuente era and to the club’s two national championships appear regularly in consignments and auctions, and collectors refer back to decisive fixtures such as Liga MX finals and Copa MX finals when confirming significance, a practice reflected in catalogues and gallery descriptions at Walkouts.

Honours

Club Deportivo Veracruz built a proud domestic record highlighted by two Liga MX titles and complemented by two Copa MX titles. Those headline achievements underscore periods in which the team matched Mexico's best, combining strong defensive organisation with decisive attacking play over full league campaigns. Supporters recall title-winning runs that were forged at the Estadio Luis 'Pirata' Fuente, where momentum at home often translated into sustained league form. Cup competition also brought notable satisfaction, as the side demonstrated knockout pedigree to add silverware beyond the league stage.

While the club later faced significant challenges, including disaffiliation announced in December 2019, its honours remain central to the story of football in Veracruz. The blend of league and cup success provided a balanced legacy that still resonates with fans. In short, Liga MX triumphs framed the high-water marks of the institution, while Copa MX victories showcased a capacity to win on multiple fronts.

Legends & Leadership

Luis de la Fuente is remembered as a legend player from the 1940s, setting early standards of leadership and technique that helped define the club's identity in its formative years. Pablo Bengoechea added guile in the 1990s as a legend player, guiding midfield rhythms and setting a tone of control. Cristobal Ortega contributed in the 1980s as a legend player, bringing experience and balance that anchored the side through demanding league campaigns.

Rafael Garcia strengthened the squad in the 1990s as a legend player, offering reliable distribution and industry in the centre of the park. Jaime Ordiales rounded out that era as a legend player in the 1990s, providing composure and game management that often steadied tight matches.

Cuauhtemoc Blanco lifted the attack in the 2000s as a recent key player, combining presence and creativity to raise the team's ceiling. Angel Reyna followed in the 2010s as a recent key player, adding directness and a decisive edge in the final third.

Carlos Reinoso guided the side as a legendary manager in the 2010s, instilling competitive discipline and reconnecting the team with its demanding support. Fidel Kuri is noted as a legendary owner in the 2010s, a central boardroom figure whose tenure framed a turbulent period that nonetheless kept the club in national focus.

Stadium

Estadio Luis 'Pirata' Fuente served as the emblematic home ground of the team, a venue closely identified with Veracruz's top-flight presence. Best known simply as Estadio Luis 'Pirata' Fuente, it provided a recognisable backdrop to Liga MX campaigns and memorable cup ties, with stands that gathered a loyal following on matchdays. The stadium's character grew from the rhythms of league football, where home fixtures often set the tone for seasonal ambitions and created a focal point for the community.

Beyond results, the ground became a reference point for supporters, a place where generations shared the rituals of pre-match build-up and post-match reflection. Although the club's disaffiliation was later confirmed in 2019, the stadium remains a touchstone in the collective memory of fans, symbolising the eras of effort, pride and resilience that defined their football identity.

Also known as
Estadio Luis "Pirata" Fuente

FAQ

Q: What are CD Veracruz most recognised for in Mexican football? A: The club lifted two Liga MX titles and added two Copa MX triumphs, building a reputation for competitive resilience across different eras of the professional game.

Q: Where did the team play its home matches? A: Home fixtures were staged at Estadio Luis 'Pirata' Fuente, the ground most closely associated with the team throughout its time in Liga MX.

Q: What happened to Veracruz in 2019? A: In December 2019, the FMF announced the club's disaffiliation from Liga MX due to economic debts relating to first-team players, its youth system and the league.

Q: Do you verify the authenticity of signed Veracruz memorabilia? A: Yes. Where applicable, items are supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity to support provenance and verification.

Q: Do you ship internationally? A: Yes, we ship to most destinations. Free worldwide shipping.

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