About

Real Club Deportivo de La Coruña, based in A Coruña, compete in the Segunda División and have a heritage that combines regional pride with top-level success. Founded on 2 March 1906, the club rose from a city side to national prominence and remains one of Galicia’s best known teams; Walkouts lists a range of signed shirts tied to that history.

The club of A Coruña has collected domestic cups and a league crown, and today plays in the Segunda División. Across the 1990s and 2000s Deportivo were regulars at the top end of Spanish football and are ranked 501 by the IFFHS in global club listings, a reminder of sustained competitive presence.

Home fixtures have been staged at the 32,490-capacity Riazor since the stadium was built in 1944, and the ground remains central to the club’s identity. The classic blue and white striped shirts are synonymous with Riazor match days, and local traditions such as the Derbi de Galicia add provenance to match-issued items.

On the honours list Deportivo have won domestic silverware including Copa del Rey successes and a headline title, notably one La Liga title in 1999-2000, together with Super Cup wins. European nights defined an era too, the side famously reaching the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in 2003-04, creating shirt moments collectors value.

Anniversary releases are especially sought after; the club marked its centenary with a commemorative crest and special run, the Centenario 2006 shirt that ties back to the club’s 1906 origins. Limited anniversary trims and event-specific embroidery give those shirts a clear provenance and a distinct place in collector catalogues.

Specific seasons command intense interest, from the title-winning campaign to Cup runs and memorable away nights. The black away kit worn in the 2003-04 European campaign is one such example, and the black 2003-04 away shirt is chased because it is linked to key continental results and high-profile matches, while the 2001-02 Copa del Rey win at the Santiago Bernabéu adds further provenance to that era.

Fans collect signed retail shirts as well as match-worn pieces, with early fanshop runs, player-issue variants and region-specific releases forming an accessible layer of the market. Signed shirts from the 1999-2000 season and the 2003-04 European run remain among the most requested items, often sold with COA or similar verification. Free worldwide shipping is available, and Walkouts is the place to compare framed and signed options tied to Deportivo’s most celebrated seasons.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 1999–2000 Blue/white La Liga champions
  • 2001–02 Blue/white Copa del Rey ‘Centenariazo’
  • 2003–04 Blue/white UCL semi-finalists

Iconic away kits

  • 2003–04 Black UCL away set
  • 1999–2000 Red La Liga away wins
  • 2001–02 Yellow Copa away

Anniversary shirts

  • 2006 Centenario 1906–2006 crest
  • 2016 110 años commemorative detail

Collector seasons

  • 1999–2000 La Liga title
  • 2001–02 Copa del Rey Bernabéu upset
  • 2003–04 Champions League semi-finals

Honours

Deportivo de La Coruna built a formidable reputation in Spanish football with a celebrated haul led by 1 La Liga title, secured in the 1999-2000 season at the height of their golden era. Domestic cup pedigree includes 2 Copa del Rey triumphs, in 1994-95 and 2001-02, alongside 3 Spanish Super Cups. The 2001-02 Copa del Rey victory is especially cherished for the memorable Bernabeu final upset widely recalled as the Centenariazo. Their consistency across nearly two decades in the top flight translated to regular European participation, highlighted by five straight UEFA Champions League campaigns and a landmark 2003-04 UEFA Champions League semi-final after two prior quarter-final appearances. Earlier silverware also features the now-defunct Concurso Espana in 1912. Recognition of their historical footprint extends to global metrics, with an IFFHS ranking of 501. This honours list captures a club that routinely tested Spain’s elite while making a lasting impression on continental stages.

Legends & Leadership

Fran is remembered as a defining figure of the 1990s, a creative presence who shaped Deportivo’s rise and contributed to the breakthrough that culminated in the 1999-2000 league triumph, leaving a lasting imprint on the club’s identity and standards.

Mauro Silva anchored the midfield in the 1990s, providing balance and authority that underpinned domestic success, from the 1994-95 cup win through to the championship season, setting the platform for the European campaigns that followed.

Djalminha illuminated the late 1990s with playmaking flair and ingenuity, giving Riazor a cutting edge that helped keep Deportivo among Spain’s leading sides and propelled the team toward regular Champions League football in the years that followed.

Javier Irureta is the emblematic manager of the early 2000s, guiding the team to the league crown, multiple Spanish Super Cups and a storied run to the 2003-04 Champions League semi-finals, orchestrating a tactically disciplined, fearless group that defined the club’s peak era.

Stadium

Riazor is the heartbeat of Deportivo de La Coruna, known officially as Estadio Municipal de Abanca Riazor. Built in 1944, it has a capacity of 32,490 and has staged the club’s most celebrated nights, from title pushes to European adventures. The venue’s blue-and-white tapestry reflects the identity of The Blue and Whites, whose support creates an intense, partisan atmosphere. Matchdays take on added meaning when rivals Celta Vigo visit for the Derbi de Galicia, with the stands unified in colour and song. The stadium’s bowl-like feel and proximity to the city help foster a sense of belonging, while its modernised facilities blend tradition and functionality. Whether for league fixtures or high-stakes cup ties, Riazor remains the club’s enduring stage, where past glories and new ambitions meet.

Also known as
Riazor
Local derby
Derbi de Galicia Celta Vigo regional

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification Liga vs UEFA fonts differ
  • Suppliers Joma/Adidas/Lotto eras; check tags
  • Provenance 2002 Bernabéu final shirts valued

FAQ

Q: Which league do Deportivo de La Coruna play in today? A: They compete in Spain's Segunda Division, the second tier of the league system.

Q: What are the club's standout achievements? A: Major honours include the La Liga championship in 1999-2000, two Spanish Cups in 1994-95 and 2001-02, and three Spanish Super Cups, plus a deep run to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in 2003-04.

Q: Where do they play their home matches and what is the capacity? A: Home games are at Riazor, officially known as Estadio Municipal de Abanca Riazor, with a capacity of 32,490.

Q: Do you ship worldwide and how do you verify signed items? A: Free worldwide shipping. Authentic memorabilia is supplied with a COA or comparable verification, and we can accept witnessed signing or clear photo-matching evidence where applicable.