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Gil Vicente Futebol Clube, founded on 01 January 1924, is a professional side from Barcelos that competes in the Primeira Liga, and its home history and shirt heritage make it a distinct presence in Portuguese football, with select signed and framed items available on Walkouts.

The club plays home matches at the Estádio Cidade de Barcelos, and it takes its name from the playwright Gil Vicente, the city's theatre lending context to the club's identity. Gil Vicente first reached the top flight in the 1990-91 season, and over the decades the team has experienced promotions and relegations, notably reclaiming its place after winning the Segunda Liga on two occasions, recorded here as two Segunda Liga titles, and once by administrative decision.

For collectors, anniversary releases carry strong provenance, and the milestone centenary has particular resonance. A dedicated anniversary shirt linked to the club's 100 year mark is a logical focal point for fans and specialists, with heritage details and club crests from the era giving these pieces narrative interest.

Seasonal magnets include debut campaigns and peak finishes, shirts from a club's first top-flight matches and from seasons that produced career-defining performances are pursued because they mark pivotal moments on the field. Key seasons in Gil Vicente history range from the 1990-91 top-flight debut through high finishes such as the 1999-2000 and 2021-22 campaigns, and away kits worn in promotion drives or decisive fixtures are often singled out by collectors, for example a classic white away shirt associated with an away victory that helped secure promotion in a Segunda Liga run.

Signed retail pieces are widely collected, not only match-worn garments, and fans often seek fanshop shirts, early retail runs, player-issue variants and region-specific releases as accessible signed items; provenance notes, limited print runs and a clear chain of custody add value, and many of the most desirable retail pieces are offered with an accompanying COA to confirm signature authenticity.

Practical provenance matters, and shirt interest often centres on items linked to the Centenary 2024 programme or to standout seasons such as 1999-2000, with provenance tied to home fixtures at Estádio Cidade de Barcelos and to landmark top-flight campaigns including 1990-91 and 2021-22, so collectors and fans can trace each item's story back to specific matches and moments. In closing, Walkouts lists signed retail and player-issue Gil Vicente shirts that reference those seasons and match moments, and each description aims to connect the shirt to the matchday, stadium and season it belongs to.

Honours

Gil Vicente’s honours story is built on steady progress and notable peaks in the Portuguese game. The club’s headline achievement in the top flight is two fifth-place finishes, recorded in 1999-2000 and again in 2021-22, underlining the team’s capacity to challenge high up the table. Their route back to the elite has been marked by resilience, twice winning the Segunda Liga to secure promotion, and on another occasion returning by administrative decision. The first appearance in the Primeira Liga came in 1990-91, a foundational milestone for the Barcelos side. While national cup titles and continental silverware are not listed here, the club’s ability to regroup in the second tier and re-establish itself among the country’s best remains central to its competitive identity. Sustained top-division participation in recent seasons reflects consistent standards, complemented by the institution’s broader growth, including the launch of a women’s team to represent the colours at senior level.

Legends & Leadership

Rui Lima, Rodrigo anchored the side as a legend player duo in the 1990s, bringing the composure and graft that helped the team settle into top-tier football after its early seasons at that level. Their influence is remembered for setting standards in that decade and providing a platform for future campaigns.

Cláudio, Luís Manuel, Luís Loureiro each earned legend player status in the 1990s, adding resilience across the pitch and ensuring the club remained competitive through demanding league schedules. Their contributions across that period reflected the gritty, organised qualities that supporters associate with the team’s identity.

Samuel Lino, Francisco Navarro emerged as recent key players in the 2020s, injecting attacking purpose and consistency during a period that included a standout fifth-place finish. Their impact aligned with a modernised, confident approach, helping to translate hard work into results against high-level opposition.

Stadium

Estádio Cidade de Barcelos is the focal point of matchdays in Barcelos, hosting Gil Vicente’s home fixtures with a strong sense of local identity. Supporters known as Roosters Followers of Gil bring colour and voice to the stands, giving the venue its distinctive feel for visiting sides. As the club’s stage for Primeira Liga football, it provides the setting for week-to-week consistency and the occasional marquee occasion when form peaks. The Estádio Cidade de Barcelos name is closely tied to the city, and its placement ensures easy identification with the community that follows the team. Matchdays blend a family-friendly welcome with an edge that comes from a fanbase used to backing a side that fights hard for points. Night games heighten the atmosphere, with the crowd’s rhythm carrying through the full ninety.

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FAQ

Q: Which league do Gil Vicente currently compete in? A: Gil Vicente play in the Primeira Liga, the top division of Portuguese football.

Q: When was the club founded and where are they based? A: The club was founded in 1924 and is based in Barcelos, Portugal.

Q: Where do they play their home matches? A: Home fixtures are staged at the Estádio Cidade de Barcelos in Barcelos.

Q: How do you verify signed items, and do you ship internationally? A: Autographed pieces come with a recognised certificate of authenticity (COA) or equivalent documentation, and clear provenance is retained on file; Free worldwide shipping.