About

Fußballclub Gelsenkirchen-Schalke 04 e. V., based in Gelsenkirchen, competes in the 2. Bundesliga and was founded on 4 May 1904. For collectors and fans alike, Walkouts lists signed and framed football shirts from the club that reflect both prewar success and modern era highlights, with provenance notes alongside each listing.

Schalke are synonymous with the Veltins-Arena and a catalogue of honours that includes seven German championships and being UEFA Cup winners. The club's profile is also tracked internationally, with the IFFHS ranking the side 501, and long-running fixtures such as the Revierderby and European nights shaping collector demand.

Anniversary releases after 1970 are a particular focus for buyers, especially the centenary-themed shirts and crests that celebrate the club's 100 years. Releases tied to milestone seasons are often produced in limited runs, and centenary motifs or special sleeves from those editions are watched closely by archivists and fans seeking authentic retail items.

Specific seasons drive strong interest, notably the dramatic 1996-97 UEFA Cup campaign, the emotional 2000-01 Bundesliga run labelled the Meister der Herzen, and the later deep European nights such as 2010-11 in the Champions League. Shirts from these years are chased because they mark decisive fixtures, historic trophies, or memorable European ties that defined eras for supporters.

Iconic away sets are also prized, with white away kits frequently associated with important continental nights and knockout ties in UEFA competitions. Collector attention extends to the textile and supplier eras, a useful provenance cue since Schalke pieces span Adidas and Umbro supply periods, and label checks often confirm era authenticity for retail-signed pieces.

Signed retail shirts from the fanshop, not only match-worn items, form a core collecting category; early production runs, player-issue variants and region-specific releases command higher interest. Provenance statements that include COA and clear images add confidence around signatures, and shirts linked to the 1996-97 UEFA Cup run or carrying verified COA documentation are among the most requested by enthusiasts.

When sourcing Schalke shirts, seek items tied to key seasons and designs, from the dramatic 2000-01 league campaign to the European nights of 2010-11, and note anniversary or away releases such as the 2004 centenary editions and the celebrated white away shirt, Champions League sets. Walkouts lists authenticated retail-signed shirts alongside clear provenance and imagery, making it practical to compare editions and secure pieces from those exact seasons.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 1996–97 Royal blue UEFA Cup winners
  • 2000–01 Royal blue Bundesliga ‘Meister der Herzen’
  • 2010–11 Royal blue DFB-Pokal winners

Iconic away kits

  • 2010–11 White Champions League away set
  • 2013–14 White UCL away nights
  • 2001–02 White UCL group stage

Anniversary shirts

  • 2004 Centenary 1904–2004 crest

Collector seasons

  • 1996–97 UEFA Cup champions
  • 2000–01 Bundesliga dramatic finale
  • 2010–11 UCL semi-finalists

Honours

Schalke 04's honours combine domestic prominence with European achievement. The club have won seven German championships and claimed the national cup on five occasions with a further DFB Ligapokal and a DFL-Supercup to their cabinet. Continental milestones include the club's UEFA Cup victory and two UEFA Intertoto Cups. Two memorable moments underline that pedigree: the 1996-97 UEFA Cup run which delivered the club its principal European trophy and the dramatic 2000-01 Bundesliga title race that remains a defining season for supporters. Those successes sit alongside consistent cup performances across decades and a broad competitive history. The club's historical standing is also reflected in its IFFHS rank of 501.

Legends & Leadership

Manuel Neuer is remembered as a recent key player from the mid-2000s whose emergence at Schalke laid the groundwork for an international career and who remains synonymous with the club's modern youth pathway.

Raul is recalled as a recent key player of the early 2010s who brought experienced finishing and European pedigree to the side during his spell in Gelsenkirchen.

Ernst Kuzorra is celebrated as a legend player of the 1930s who symbolised Schalke's pre-war strength and helped establish the identity that supporters still honour.

Huub Stevens is revered as the manager whose leadership in the late 1990s delivered competitive stability and European success, cementing his status among the club's most influential coaches.

Stadium

The club's matches are staged at the Veltins-Arena, a venue also widely known by its traditional name Arena AufSchalke, which has been the team's home since 2001. The ground is central to Schalke's matchday identity and is synonymous with the intense regional rivalry against neighbours, the Revierderby with Borussia Dortmund. Home fixtures are noted for passionate crowds and a strong local culture that magnifies derby atmospheres and cup nights alike. The arena's large-scale facilities serve both domestic league fixtures and major European ties, making it a focal point for supporters and visiting fans.

Also known as
Veltins-Arena
Local derby
Revierderby Borussia Dortmund Ruhr rivalry

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification DFB vs UEFA patches differ
  • Suppliers Adidas/Umbro eras; check labels
  • Provenance 1997 final shirts premium

FAQ

Q: What major trophies has Schalke 04 won? A: Schalke have collected multiple national cups and league honours, including seven German championships and five DFB-Pokals, plus notable European success such as the UEFA Cup.

Q: Where does the team play its home matches? A: The club plays at the Veltins-Arena, commonly also referred to as Arena AufSchalke, which is the focal point for home fixtures and major events.

Q: How can I be sure a signed item is genuine? A: Look for vendor provenance and one of the recognised verification methods such as digital/NFC verification as part of a credible authentication process.

Q: Does the club have an official membership and can I buy merchandise? A: Schalke count a substantial membership and active fan base with about 200,000 members, and official club stores and partners typically offer retail items with certified authenticity; Free worldwide shipping.