About

Union Sportive du Littoral de Dunkerque, founded on 1 January 1909, is a football club based in Dunkirk and currently competes in Ligue 2. Home matches are staged at the Stade Marcel-Tribut. At Walkouts we present signed USL Dunkerque football shirts with clear provenance for collectors and fans alike, reflecting the club’s coastal identity and long regional history.

The club began life as Union Sportive Dunkerque-Malo after a merger of Stade Dunkerquois and Union Sportive de Malo-les-Bains, and later absorbed Racing Club de Dunkerque and other local sides to evolve into Union Racing Dunkerque-Malo and Olympique Dunkerquois before becoming Union Sportive du Littoral de Dunkerque. Malo-les-Bains, the Dunkirk Grand Littoral authority and the town’s working port all feature in the club story, which includes multiple promotions and a return to professional football in the 1960s.

Dunkerque’s traditional colours are blue and white and supporters pack the terraces at Stade Marcel-Tribut for key fixtures. That local provenance makes shirts from decisive seasons and official fanshop releases especially sought after, since many items bear regional sponsors or era specific detailing that tie pieces to moments in the club’s narrative.

Anniversary releases are a cornerstone for collectors. Commemorative runs such as the Centenary 2009 editions, which mark 100 years since foundation, are prized for special badges, packaging and limited production numbers. Fanshop retail shirts, early run copies and player issue variants also attract demand, and many collectors prefer signed retail pieces alongside match issued shirts because they are easier to verify and frame. Free worldwide shipping is available on selected items.

Seasonal magnets for collectors include years when Dunkerque moved between divisions and reestablished its professional standing. The promotions of 1966 and the climb back to the Championnat National in 2013 are examples of seasons that drive interest, while the club’s successful runs into Ligue 2 are treated as high value provenance moments when a shirt can symbolise a changing era for the side.

Iconic away colourways are part of that story. Shirts recorded as white with blue trim are linked by supporters to decisive away results, notably the matches that underpinned the club’s rise in the 2022-23 campaign, and collectors prize authentic examples worn or retailed around those fixtures. Such shirts often feature match specific crests or sleeve patches that confirm the connection to a promotion run.

Signed retail shirts remain a practical entry for many collectors, and items with a witnessed signing are especially valuable for provenance. Walkouts lists signed USL Dunkerque shirts alongside clear descriptions of season, player and match context, and pieces tied to the 2022-23 promotion or earlier returns to Ligue 2 in the 2019-20 era are commonly requested by fans who want framed or limited edition pieces.

Honours

USL Dunkerque’s honours timeline is rooted in perseverance and steady progress across French football’s professional tiers. After gaining professional status in 1935, the club re-established itself post-war and climbed into the national picture, securing promotion back to Division 2 in 1966 and maintaining that level for three decades. Modern-era milestones include a rise to Ligue 2 in 2020 and a resilient return following promotion from the Championnat National in 2022-23, underlining the team’s capacity to regroup and compete among France’s professional ranks. The continuity of blue-and-white identity and community support in Dunkirk has been a constant through fluctuating divisions. Founded in 1909, the club’s journey reflects long-term stability punctuated by timely promotions rather than headline silverware. Recent seasons have focused on consolidating league status and building sustainable foundations at second-tier level. While major national trophies are not listed among the club’s achievements, the repeated ability to compete in Ligue 2 stands as a significant accomplishment for a side forged on the northern coast.

Legends & Leadership

Jean-Pierre Dogliani, François Brisson, Jean-Paul Rabier shaped Dunkerque’s identity as a hard-edged, ambitious side; Dogliani is remembered as a legend player of the 1970s, Brisson emerged as a legend player in the 1980s, and Rabier added leadership as a legend player in the late 1980s, each symbolising the club’s long stay in the national second tier.

Joël Beaugendre, Paul Fortrie embodied the values of earlier eras, with Beaugendre celebrated as a legend player of the 1970s and Fortrie connected with the 1960s as a legend player, representing consistency and commitment that resonated with supporters through changing divisions.

Cédric Farman and Romain Revelli provided modern benchmarks as recent key players, with Farman associated with the 2010s and Revelli linked to the 2000s, reinforcing a culture of resilience during periods of rebuild and promotion pushes.

Yüksel Yildirim is credited by fans with a pivotal ownership role in the early 2020s, bringing fresh backing to stabilise the project and supporting the club as it returned to and consolidated in Ligue 2.

Stadium

Stade Marcel-Tribut, also rendered locally as Stade Marcel Tribut, is the footballing home of USL Dunkerque and a focal point for the city’s sporting life. Set close to the North Sea coast, the ground mirrors the club’s blue-and-white identity and offers a tight, community-driven matchday where the Seasiders nickname feels entirely at home. Supporters value clear sightlines and a compact feel that amplifies noise, creating an energetic atmosphere for league fixtures and promotion pushes. The venue’s character is tied to Dunkirk’s maritime heritage, with visiting sides often noting the distinctive winds and committed support. Local pride shapes derby-style occasions against regional opposition, with a strong sense of place evident in the banners and songs that accompany the team. As Dunkerque consolidate at professional level, the stadium remains both a historic anchor and a practical base for continued growth.

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FAQ

Q: Who are USL Dunkerque? A: Union sportive du littoral de Dunkerque is a professional football club from Dunkirk, France, founded in 1909. The team plays in blue and white and hosts home fixtures at Stade Marcel-Tribut.

Q: Which league do they play in? A: USL Dunkerque compete in Ligue 2, having earned promotion from the Championnat National in the 2022-23 season.

Q: What is the club’s nickname and what are the colours? A: The club is known as the Seasiders and the traditional colours are blue and white.

Q: How do you verify the authenticity of signed USL Dunkerque items? A: Autographed pieces are verified with a COA or LOA, with witnessed signings or exact photo proof used where available for added assurance.

Q: Do you offer international delivery for USL Dunkerque memorabilia? A: Yes. Free worldwide shipping.