About

Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata, based in La Plata, compete in the Primera División. Founded on 3 June 1887, the club is best known for its football team while also hosting wide-ranging sports sections, and signed shirts and memorabilia from key eras are available via Walkouts for collectors and fans seeking authenticated retail items and match provenance.

Gimnasia's modern identity was sharpened by high-profile episodes, most notably the spell managed by Diego Maradona, and the city rivalry known as the Clásico Platense against Estudiantes. The club's profile extends beyond domestic play and it sits at IFFHS rank 327 in global tables, a fact collectors cite when confirming wider market interest in specific seasons and signatures.

Anniversary releases after 1970 are a cornerstone of local provenance, with commemorative issues such as the 1987 Centenario that carried a special 1887-1987 crest, and the 2007 '120 años' commemorative mark. These anniversary shirts were often produced in limited runs with unique sleeve badges and supply notes that appear on provenance sheets and private sale descriptions.

Certain seasons act as strong magnets for shirts, above all the 1993 Copa Centenario campaign when final and cup-worn items became scarce, the 1995 Primera season that saw a high-profile runners up finish, and the 2005 Apertura where match-used and player-issue shirts have distinct desirability. Collectors chase items from decisive fixtures for match provenance, original patches and rare production details recorded on vintage badges.

The club's kit history also helps explain collector demand, with iconic colourways and supplier eras noted across Topper, Kappa and Le Coq stretches. Away and alternate sets from cup runs or decisive away wins tend to surface less frequently in retail, increasing the value of framed retail shirts and verified player-issue pieces that show wear or inked squad numbers.

Collectors place a premium on shirts tied to decisive away wins, notably the 1993 Copa Centenario run when rare match and final shirts surfaced in the market, and the deep 1993 blue away shirt that is repeatedly cited in provenance notes and private listings; these shirts often appear with scarce photographic evidence or vendor provenance statements noting original use.

For provenance and resale clarity look for anniversary and match tags such as the 1987 Centenario release and later limited runs, and documentation like a COA or witnessed signing where available. Walkouts lists authenticated retail shirts alongside player-issue pieces and often highlights seasons such as the 1993 Copa Centenario and the 2005 Apertura when verifying production details and commemorative badges, with Free worldwide shipping.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 1993 White/blue Copa Centenario AFA champions
  • 1995 White/blue Primera runners-up
  • 2005 White/blue Apertura runners-up

Iconic away kits

  • 1993 Blue Copa Centenario away set
  • 2005 Black Apertura alternate

Anniversary shirts

  • 1987 Centenario 1887–1987 crest
  • 2007 120 años commemorative mark

Collector seasons

  • 1993 Copa Centenario only edition winners
  • 1995 Primera 2nd place
  • 2005 Apertura 2nd place

Honours

Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata’s trophy story is headlined by the club’s historic capture of the Copa Centenario AFA, lifting the only edition of the tournament in 1993. That decisive final remains a landmark moment for supporters, showcasing the resilience and identity of a team rooted in La Plata. In league competition, Gimnasia have mounted notable title challenges in the Primera Division, recording runners-up finishes in 1995 and during the Apertura campaign of 2005. These sustained pushes underline a tradition of competitiveness against Argentina’s leading sides.

While continental silverware is not the centrepiece of the record presented here, the club’s ongoing presence at the top domestic level reinforces its standing. Independent recognition also features in analytical rankings, with Gimnasia appearing at position 327 in the IFFHS club list. Together, the cup triumph and near-miss league seasons define a proud honours narrative built on memorable campaigns, influential squads, and fervent local support.

Legends & Leadership

Guillermo Barros Schelotto is remembered as a legend player from the 1990s, embodying Gimnasia’s attacking verve during a decade that delivered silverware and serious title pushes, and setting standards that shaped the club’s modern identity.

Pedro Troglio stands out as a legend player of the 1990s, valued for his leadership and competitive edge at a time when Gimnasia were consistently challenging the country’s elite and forging a resilient team culture.

Lucas Licht emerged as a recent key player in the 2000s, representing the commitment and consistency that underpinned Gimnasia’s strong league campaigns across the decade, including the club’s notable Apertura surge.

Diego Maradona took the helm as manager in the late 2010s, bringing global attention to La Plata and guiding the first team with characteristic passion during a poignant chapter in the club’s story.

Stadium

Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata play their home matches at the Juan Carmelo Zerillo Stadium, the classic venue in the heart of La Plata. The ground is a focal point for the club’s identity and hosts top-flight fixtures with an atmosphere driven by the El Lobo faithful. On derby days, the noise and colour intensify for the Clasico Platense against city rivals Estudiantes, when the stands brim with choreography, songs and a sense of local pride. Matchdays in the Argentine Primera Division showcase a traditional football setting where proximity to the pitch and communal support create a distinctive experience. Whether for regular league action or high-stakes city clashes, the stadium remains central to the way Gimnasia’s supporters live their football.

Capacity
30973
Local derby
Clásico Platense Estudiantes city derby

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification vintage Copa Centenario badges
  • Suppliers Topper/Kappa/Le Coq eras
  • Provenance 1993 final shirts scarce

FAQ

Q: When was Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata founded? A: The club was founded on 1887 in La Plata, Argentina.

Q: Which competition does the football team compete in? A: The first team plays in the Argentine Primera Division.

Q: Where are home matches played? A: Home fixtures are staged at the Juan Carmelo Zerillo Stadium in La Plata.

Q: Was Diego Maradona involved with Gimnasia? A: Diego Maradona managed the first team from September 2019 until his death in November 2020.

Q: How do you verify the authenticity of signed items related to the club? A: For memorabilia, we use a COA or comparable witnessed signing evidence and clear photo proof when available.