About

Hércules de Alicante Club de Fútbol, S.A.D., based in Alicante, compete in the Primera Federación, and have a long collecting appeal that Walkouts showcases alongside verified provenance. The club was founded on 25 October 1922, and that lineage makes early shirts and anniversary releases especially sought after by local and international collectors.

The team plays home games at the Estadio José Rico Pérez, a capacious ground in the Valencian Community which has hosted many of the shirts and match moments that drive collector interest. The stadium, its stands and the waterfront city of Alicante form a strong provenance trail for match-worn and signed pieces, and original retail releases tied to home fixtures remain desirable.

Commemorative editions have been a focus since the club’s long history; most recently the club marked the Centenary 2022 year with special releases and retrospective designs that reference the badge and historic strips. Such anniversary pieces, post-1970, are usually limited runs or bespoke reproductions that appeal to collectors who want a clear milestone link to the club’s identity.

Season and match magnets are central to interest in Hércules shirts. Pieces from promotion campaigns and top-flight returns are chased because they mark turning points on the pitch; in particular shirts connected to the 2009-10 promotion push and the subsequent 2010-11 La Liga season carry extra provenance, often worn in decisive fixtures and photographed in the stadium, which helps establish match provenance for framed shirts or match-issued examples.

Away shirts also carry their own narratives. Traditions of a classic away colourway, typically white with blue trim, are referenced in later reproductions and can be tied to memorable cup ties and away wins in national competition such as the Copa del Rey. Collectors therefore prize away shirts that were used in knockout ties or photographed on the road, because the away strip often changes for contrast and those variants can be rarer than regular home issues.

Signed retail demand is strong among fans and regional collectors, not only for match-worn items but for official fanshop shirts and early retail runs. Player-issue variants, limited regional releases and early-season retail badges are all points of interest, and Walkouts lists signed fanshop shirts alongside match examples, each described with provenance and notation of authentication such as a COA. Free worldwide shipping is offered on many framed and signed pieces, and early-run retail editions and player-issue variants remain particularly sought after.

For those researching provenance and display, items tied to the club’s key campaigns are most relevant, including shirts from the 2009-10 promotion year and the 2010-11 top-flight campaign which are frequently the subject of photo archives and verified signings. Whether sourcing a framed home shirt from the Estadio José Rico Pérez era or a signed away edition linked to a Copa del Rey tie, collectors will find clear season ties such as 2009-10 and 2010-11 cited in listings to aid verification and display.

Legends & Leadership

Eduardo Rodríguez, Paquito, Mario Kempes shaped the club’s early identity with decade-defining contributions. Eduardo Rodríguez is recalled as a legend player from the 1950s, Paquito added influence through the 1970s as a legend player, and Mario Kempes brought star quality in the mid-1980s as a legend player, helping to raise standards for the Alicante side.

Manolo Jiménez and Juan Carlos Mandiá sustained competitive levels before the turn of the century, each recognised as a legend player for their era. Manolo Jiménez made his impact in the late 1980s, while Juan Carlos Mandiá anchored the team’s resilience in the 1990s, leaving the sort of consistency supporters associate with the club’s traditional identity.

David Trezeguet and Portillo added a modern edge as recent key players, with Trezeguet leading the line in the early 2010s and Portillo contributing across the late 2000s. Their goals and experience connected a new generation to Hércules’ historic ambition, offering decisive moments in league campaigns during the 2000s and 2010s.

Stadium

Estadio José Rico Pérez is the home stage of Hércules CF and a defining landmark for football in Alicante. With a capacity of 29,500, the ground provides a broad, amphitheatre-like setting that keeps the noise rolling in from all four sides on matchdays. Supporters refer to the venue simply by its formal name, and the Estadio José Rico Pérez has become synonymous with the club’s biggest occasions, with blue-and-white colours setting the tone from the concourses to the stands. The stadium’s location in the city helps create a lively pre-match rhythm and a strong connection to local neighbourhoods. Regional derbies within the Valencian Community intensify the atmosphere, turning routine fixtures into charged contests where every tackle and set piece is amplified by a passionate, knowledgeable crowd.

Also known as
Estadio José Rico Pérez

FAQ

Q: Which league do Hercules CF currently play in? A: The club is competing in the Primera Federación.

Q: When was Hercules CF founded? A: The club was founded in 1922.

Q: Where is Hercules CF based and where do they play home matches? A: The team is based in Alicante, Spain, and hosts games at the Estadio José Rico Pérez, which has a capacity of 29,500.

Q: How is the authenticity of signed items verified? A: Each signed item is accompanied by an authenticity cue such as a COA or LOA, or equivalent proof of signing.

Q: Do you ship internationally? A: Yes. Free worldwide shipping.