Walkouts signed football shirts União de Tomar shop

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União Futebol Comércio e Indústria de Tomar, based in Tomar, Portugal, is presented here for collectors and supporters, with selected signed football shirts available through Walkouts. The club’s story and regional significance make its shirts appealing to local historians and football fans alike, while provenance and verified signatures help frame each lot.

Formed on 4 May 1914, União de Tomar has a century-spanning identity that traces community sport in the city of Tomar and the wider Santarém District. The club first organised under its current name in the early 20th century, and its archive shirts reflect kit changes across decades, volunteer-led restorations, and match programmes that document home and away colours.

On the pitch União de Tomar spent a total of six seasons in the Primeira Liga and secured a major domestic honour when it won the Portuguese Second Division in 1974, a milestone still cited by supporters. That 1974 achievement underpins demand for season-worn and signed shirts from the era, and the club remains the only side from the Santarém District to have played in Portugal’s top flight.

Collectors value both match-worn items and retail fanshop pieces, and for this club signed retail shirts are actively collected as much as player-issue garments. Early-run fanshop shirts, club-issued player variants and region-specific releases from home matchdays surface occasionally, each with different provenance notes and photographic records to support authenticity.

Away shirts have a particular resonance among Tomar supporters and visitors, often noted in provenance entries and match photography. A darker away colourway associated with the club’s identity is frequently cited in sale descriptions and is linked to decisive fixtures from promotion campaigns, making these alternate strips desirable when attributed to specific matches or signings.

Anniversary and title releases are a clear focus for specialist buyers, notably club centenary pieces and commemorative runs linked to historical success. Limited editions tied to the club’s milestones, such as a centenary release, carry both sentimental and archival interest, and many catalogues note accompanying documentation, for example Centenary 2014 editions and sales with COA to aid verification for framed or signed retail shirts.

For provenance-conscious collectors shirts from the 1973-74 season and from the club’s 1974 title-winning campaign remain the most sought after, alongside authenticated darker away strips recorded in match photography and programme archives as the club rose into the Primeira Liga. Whether framed, signed by matchday squads, or retailed as player-issue variants, these items tell the competitive story of União de Tomar and are routinely represented in specialist listings on Walkouts.

Honours

União de Tomar’s honours record is anchored by a landmark triumph in the Portuguese Second Division, achieved in 1974. That success underpinned promotion and ushered in a notable era, with the club logging six seasons among the national elite in the Primeira Liga. It also stands alone in regional history as the only team from Santarém District to have competed in the top flight, a distinction that underscores its impact beyond local boundaries. While major national cups and continental campaigns are not part of the roll of honour, the combination of a second-tier championship and repeated exposure to the highest level established a strong benchmark for future squads. The title season remains a reference point for supporters, symbolising hard work and resilience in competition against the country’s leading sides. Taken together, these achievements reflect a legacy of ambition and pride for the city of Tomar and its football community.

Legends & Leadership

Artur Jorge, João Lobo shaped União de Tomar’s rise as legend players of the 1970s, embodying the competitive edge and consistency that underpinned top-flight campaigns and the club’s presence among Portugal’s elite.

José Torres is celebrated as a legend player of the 1970s, remembered for his stature and influence, which mirrored the club’s ambition during a period when Tomar made its mark on the national stage.

Rui Pereira, Vítor Manuel added further steel and craft as legend players of the 1970s, providing the blend of determination and quality that supporters associate with União de Tomar’s historical high points.

FAQ

Q: When was União de Tomar founded and where is it based? A: The club was formed on 4 May 1914 and is based in the city of Tomar, Portugal.

Q: What are the club's standout achievements? A: União de Tomar won the Portuguese Second Division in 1974 and has taken part in six seasons of the country's top division, the Primeira Liga.

Q: Is União de Tomar the only club from Santarém District to have played in the top tier? A: Yes. It is the only club from Santarém District to have competed in the Primeira Liga.

Q: What is the team's nickname? A: União de Tomar is nicknamed the Black Panthers.

Q: Do signed items come with proof of authenticity and do you ship internationally? A: Where offered, signed items are supplied with a certificate of authenticity (COA). Free worldwide shipping.