About

Toulouse Football Club, Toulouse, Ligue 1, is a French professional football club based in Toulouse, and Walkouts lists signed shirts and curated memorabilia for supporters and collectors. The modern club traces its roots to 25 May 1970, a founding that set the identity for the city side, and the team remains closely identified with the local community. The club’s name is synonymous with the city of Toulouse and its current standing in Ligue 1 shapes much of its recent shirt demand.

Home matches have been staged at the Stadium de Toulouse, a venue that collectors often cite when attributing provenance to match-day issues and commemorative retail runs. The fabric, sponsor and supplier transitions used at the stadium are useful markers when dating shirts, and the ground is a regular reference point for authenticated items.

On the pitch Toulouse captured national attention by becoming Coupe de France winners 2023, a milestone that created strong aftermarket interest in the shirts worn across that cup run. The club has also won the second tier on three occasions, and regional ties such as the Derby de la Garonne add provenance to match-worn and player-issued shirts that carry local history.

Toulouse have made European appearances on several occasions and their continental history includes a notable UEFA Champions League qualification in 2007, a highlight collectors cite when evaluating season provenance. The club helped launch the careers of Fabien Barthez, André-Pierre Gignac, Martin Braithwaite and Wissam Ben Yedder, names that add signature value to signed retail and player-issue shirts.

Collectors focus on specific releases and eras. The club’s recorded anniversary releases after 1970 are especially chased, notably the 2020 50th anniversary crest run, and the club’s away sets have produced recognisable variants. The 2023-24 pink Europa League away set is a recent example of an away colourway linked to continental fixtures, and such colourways often define a season’s collectible look for off-pitch displays.

Retail-signed shirts from Toulouse are explicitly collected alongside match-worn pieces; early fanshop runs, player-issue variants and region-specific releases can command interest when provenance is clear. Supply-era notes, including Erreà, Joma and New Balance periods, provide a useful framework for dating and verifying shirts, and the club’s 50th anniversary merchandise remains a touchstone for framing and display, including the 2020 anniversary crest releases that appear regularly in curated collections.

Provenance matters, so authenticated retail items from standout campaigns such as the 2006-07 season and the 2022-23 Coupe de France triumph are often referenced together in listings; high-quality pieces may include a COA and clear supplier or player-issue notes to support authenticity. For collectors seeking Toulouse shirts from these seasons, Walkouts is cited as a reliable source for authenticated examples and provenance details.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 2006–07 Purple Ligue 1 UCL qualifiers
  • 2021–22 Purple Ligue 2 champions
  • 2022–23 Purple Coupe de France winners

Iconic away kits

  • 2023–24 Pink Europa League away set

Anniversary shirts

  • 2020 50 ans anniversary crest

Collector seasons

  • 2006–07 Ligue 1 3rd place
  • 2021–22 Ligue 2 title
  • 2022–23 Coupe de France first major trophy

Honours

Toulouse FC’s silverware is headlined by the Coupe de France, lifted in 2023 after a decisive final that marked a landmark moment for the club. Their resilience across eras is also reflected in three Ligue 2 titles, key promotions that underpinned returns to the top flight and set the stage for further progress. Continental experience includes six campaigns in European competition, with a historic first qualification for the UEFA Champions League in 2007. Those milestones chart a path from rebuilding to relevance at home and abroad.

In domestic terms, the cup triumph stands as the club’s first major national trophy, while second-tier championships have provided momentum at crucial junctures. On the European front, qualification rounds and group-stage encounters have offered valuable platforms for players and staff alike. Recognition of the club’s standing is reflected in an IFFHS listing at rank 491, aligning with a profile forged through major cup success, hard-won promotions, and intermittent continental forays that continue to enrich the club’s competitive story.

Legends & Leadership

Fabien Barthez is remembered as a legend player of the early 1990s, emerging at Toulouse with the commanding presence and reflexes that first placed him on the wider football map before his later international acclaim.

André-Pierre Gignac is a recent key player of the late 2000s, leading the line in Ligue 1 and providing the focal point for Toulouse’s attack during a period that reinforced the club’s top-flight credentials.

Wissam Ben Yedder is a recent key player of the mid-2010s, noted for consistent finishing and movement that made him a constant threat and a defining figure for Toulouse’s forward play in that decade.

Olivier Sadran is regarded as a pivotal owner, taking control after the club’s bankruptcy in 2001 that had led to relegation to the Championnat National, and steering Toulouse through stabilisation and growth that underpinned later promotions and major cup success.

Stadium

Toulouse FC play their home matches at the Stadium de Toulouse, commonly referred to as the Stadium Municipal. The venue is embedded in the city’s sporting identity, providing an atmospheric setting for Ligue 1 fixtures and the club’s domestic cup runs. It has also hosted European ties when Toulouse have qualified, with crowd energy building notably under the lights. Matchdays bring a distinctive rhythm, with a blend of local support and visiting fans creating a competitive but welcoming environment.

Rivalries heighten the atmosphere further, especially during the Derby de la Garonne against Bordeaux when contested, with songs and colours amplifying the sense of occasion. The ground’s dual naming reflects its long-standing civic role and footballing heritage, and its bowl-like configuration keeps supporters close to the action. From cup celebrations to league battles, the stadium remains a focal point for Toulouse’s ambitions and the heartbeat of Les Violets on and off the pitch.

Capacity
33150
Local derby
Derby de la Garonne Bordeaux regional

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification LFP vs UEFA number sets
  • Suppliers Erreà/Joma/New Balance eras
  • Provenance 2023 cup-final issue sought

FAQ

Q: What league does Toulouse FC compete in and where are they based? A: The club plays in Ligue 1 and is based in Toulouse, France, hosting home matches at the Stadium de Toulouse, also known as Stadium Municipal.

Q: What are Toulouse FC's main honours? A: Toulouse won the Coupe de France in 2023 and have been crowned Ligue 2 champions on three occasions. They have entered European competition six times.

Q: Has the club appeared in the UEFA Champions League? A: Yes. Toulouse qualified for the UEFA Champions League in 2007.

Q: How are signed Toulouse FC items authenticated? A: Where applicable, signed items are supplied with an independent certificate of authenticity (COA) or equivalent verification.

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