About

CF Pachuca, based in Pachuca, Hidalgo, competes in Liga MX and has a long record of domestic and international success; at Walkouts we catalogue signed football shirts and fan memorabilia linked to the club’s defining moments. The collection focus is on authenticated retail shirts, player-issued variants and framed signatures from key squads, presented with provenance notes for collectors.

The club traces its organised roots to a turn of the century foundation and is recorded here as founded on 28 November 1901, a date that shaped its modern identity after earlier formations. Early football in the town grew around mining communities and British expatriate workers, a heritage that remains central to Pachuca’s story and to the desirability of shirts tied to those origins, particularly from early 20th century commemorations and later reissues.

Collectors value the link between place and kit, and Pachuca’s mining city is inseparable from its identity. The team’s home in Pachuca, Hidalgo and its sustained presence in Liga MX provide clear provenance for shirts sold with player signatures or production variants. Provenance notes often reference the club’s company origins and community ties, which increase interest in region‑specific releases and early retail runs.

Matchday provenance is anchored at the club’s home, Estadio Hidalgo, and on the pitch Pachuca have converted that local strength into honours, including 7 Liga MX titles. Internationally the club is best known for a breakthrough South American success, the 2006 Copa Sudamericana, a milestone that drives demand for shirts linked to that campaign as well as for shirts from title-winning squads.

Anniversary editions rank highly among collectors, notably the commemorative releases tied to the club’s centenary era, such as Centenary 2001, which were produced in limited runs and remain sought after for their distinctive badges and packaging. These post‑1970 releases, reprints and fan shop exclusives are tracked closely by archivists and framed shirt buyers for their link to a defined milestone.

Specific seasons create strong magnetism in the market; shirts from the 1998 promotion season and the continental runs are chased because they mark turning points in the club’s modern era. Equally, an iconic blue away shirt associated with decisive Copa Sudamericana fixtures, including the finals campaign, is a frequent highlight in auctions and private sales, often accompanied by match provenance or exact photo proof to corroborate appearance claims.

Signed retail shirts remain central to mainstream collecting, and demand here covers fanshop pieces as well as early production runs and player-issue variants sold through the club. Many listings include a clear verification cue such as COA, notes on witnessed signings or exact photo proof, and where available a record of the stadium appearance to support the signature’s provenance. Free worldwide shipping is available on selected items, and all entries emphasise the match or season linkage that underpins value.

The best pieces for display link to named opponents and venues, from promotion fixtures to continental finals, and collectors often seek shirts tied to the 1998 promotion season and the 2006 Copa Sudamericana run. Whether sourcing a framed home shirt or a limited away release, provenance and visible links to Estadio Hidalgo, Copa Sudamericana matches and opponents such as Colo-Colo remain decisive factors, and final listings are shown with provenance notes and verification at Walkouts.

Honours

CF Pachuca have assembled one of the most decorated records in Mexican football since returning to the top flight in 1998. Domestically, their championship haul includes 7 Liga MX titles, achieved across sustained periods of excellence rather than a single peak. On the continental stage, the club’s resume is equally compelling, with 6 CONCACAF Champions Cup titles that underline an ability to handle high-stakes knockout football and travel across the region to win decisive ties.

Beyond CONCACAF, Pachuca reached a rare milestone for a Mexican side by lifting the 2006 Copa Sudamericana, adding genuine international prestige to their trophy cabinet. The success continued with the 2007 North American SuperLiga, reinforcing the team’s consistency against strong opposition. Taken together, these honours show a balance of domestic dominance and continental pedigree, achieved through disciplined squad building, effective coaching cycles and an emphasis on results in pivotal matches.

Legends & Leadership

Gabriel Caballero is remembered as a legend player of the 1990s, a creative presence who helped shape Pachuca’s competitive identity as the club established itself for the challenges that followed in the modern era.

Miguel Calero stands out as a recent key player of the 2000s, a commanding figure whose leadership and presence in goal became emblematic of Pachuca’s resilience during its most successful continental and domestic campaigns.

Christian Gimenez, Damian Alvarez, Andres Chitiva emerged as recent key players in the 2000s, combining ingenuity, width and tempo to turn tight matches in Pachuca’s favour and to maintain the high standards expected across league and international fixtures.

Hirving Lozano, Oscar Perez contributed as recent key players in the 2010s, blending youthful acceleration with veteran assurance to keep Pachuca competitive at home and abroad, and to carry forward the winning habits established by earlier sides.

Stadium

CF Pachuca’s home identity is rooted in the stadium known as Gorda hilda, a venue in Pachuca that mirrors the club’s blend of tradition and ambition. Matchdays here are defined by organised support, percussion-driven chants and a strong sense of belonging that turns routine fixtures into communal events. The stands deliver a tight, immersive feel, creating pressure moments that visiting sides must navigate, especially on intense Liga MX nights.

The ground’s setting connects supporters to the city’s heritage, giving the venue a distinctive character beyond its role as a football stage. While the club draws large crowds for title pushes and continental qualifiers, it is the rhythm of regular league play that best showcases the atmosphere, with tifos and colour amplifying big occasions. Encounters with longstanding regional opponents elevate the noise levels and add a derby-like edge, reinforcing Gorda hilda’s status as a challenging stop for any rival.

Also known as
Estadio Hidalgo

FAQ

Q: Who are CF Pachuca and which league do they play in? A: CF Pachuca are a professional football club from Pachuca, Mexico. They compete in Liga MX and are widely known by the nickname Tuzos.

Q: What major honours has the club won? A: The club has multiple domestic championships and a strong international record, including 6 titles in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, the Copa Sudamericana in 2006, and the North American SuperLiga in 2007.

Q: Why are they called Tuzos? A: The nickname reflects the city and club’s mining heritage. Early teams were formed by workers linked to the local mining company, and the identity has remained central to the club’s culture.

Q: Where do CF Pachuca play their home matches? A: Home fixtures are played in Pachuca at the stadium known as Gorda hilda.

Q: How do you verify signed items, and do you ship internationally? A: Signed items are supplied with a COA for authenticity. Free worldwide shipping.