About

Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield is a sports club based in Liniers, Buenos Aires whose first team competes in the Primera División, founded on 1 January 1910. Walkouts lists a rotating selection of signed shirts and framed items tied to the club’s long top‑flight history, with collectors prioritising provenance from decisive matches and era‑defining players.

The team has played home fixtures at the José Amalfitani Stadium since 1951, a venue that has hosted continental finals and domestic showdowns. Vélez have spent most of their history in the Argentine top tier and remain a frequent challenger, a stature reflected in outside rankings that place them among the region’s notable clubs.

On the pitch Vélez Sarsfield have won a string of honours, including eleven Primera División titles, and they have triumphed on the continent, notably claiming the Copa Libertadores and the Intercontinental Cup during the club’s golden runs. Those trophies have created high demand for shirts worn or replicated for those campaigns.

Collectors target specific seasons and matches because certain runs produced limited runs and distinctive kits. Shirts from the 2012-13 Inicial title campaign and the long summer tourney that led into continental fixtures remain sought after, while match photographs and tickets from the 1994 campaign are commonly used to verify provenance for memorable wins and decisive fixtures.

The club’s white shirts with the blue V are the most iconic visual, frequently linked to the 1994 continental double that culminated in an Intercontinental triumph in Tokyo against Milan, and to domestic title nights. Those motifs appear on both match‑issued and retail fanshop versions, and framed home shirts from the Chilavert era are especially prized by enthusiasts who value visible match trace and signature placement.

Signed retail demand is strong for Vélez Sarsfield fanshop items, not only for match‑worn shirts, because early runs, player‑issue variants and regionally released editions are easier to authenticate and to display. Collector notes emphasise supplier eras such as Penalty and Adidas, and the club’s derby, the Clásico del Oeste, often yields provenance for signed shirts and localised releases that add context to a piece’s history. The club’s centenary produced a commemorative release that now appears in specialist lists.

The market for items tied to milestones is centred on pieces like the 2010 Centenary special edition, while the most chased pieces remain those connected to the 1994 Libertadores run; buyers and sellers commonly request COA style verification when offering Chilavert and Asad signatures or limited fan editions. Final provenance checks frequently reference match programmes from the Tokyo Intercontinental and season archives from the 2012-13 Inicial and 1994 campaigns, and Walkouts can supply detailed item pages and imagery for these seasons and fixtures.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 1994 White with blue V Copa Libertadores first title
  • 1994 White with blue V Intercontinental beat Milan
  • 2012–13 White with blue V Inicial champions

Anniversary shirts

  • 2010 Centenary special Penalty edition

Collector seasons

  • 1994 Libertadores Chilavert era
  • 1994 Intercontinental Tokyo win
  • 2012–13 Inicial domestic crown

Honours

Velez Sarsfield have compiled a silverware record that blends domestic consistency with continental pedigree. The club’s league platform is highlighted by eleven Primera Division titles, reflecting sustained competitiveness at the highest national level. Internationally, the honours list features five international cups, notably the Copa Libertadores and the Intercontinental Cup. The mid-1990s marked a historic surge as Velez were crowned South American champions and then conquered the world stage in Tokyo, defeating Milan in the Intercontinental Cup. That same era underpinned their status as one of the few sides to complete CONMEBOL’s treble. From an early breakthrough championship to a modern era of repeated successes, the trajectory shows a club capable of delivering in decisive moments and across different generations. Recognition in global metrics is reflected by an IFFHS rank of 103, underscoring the breadth of achievement. These milestones together define Velez as a standard-bearer of Argentine football with a firmly established international legacy.

Legends & Leadership

Carlos Bianchi is celebrated as a legend player of the 1960s, leading the forward line with an authority that helped set Velez on a path toward long-term top-flight stability. His goalscoring instincts and influence in attack made him a reference point for the club’s identity in that decade.

José Luis Chilavert stands as a legend player of the mid-1990s, commanding the penalty area while embodying the mentality that drove Velez through their landmark Copa Libertadores and Intercontinental Cup triumphs. His presence between the posts became synonymous with the club’s peak years in South America and beyond.

Roberto Trotta is recognised as a legend player of the mid-1990s, anchoring the back line with a competitive edge that complemented Velez’s title-winning core. His leadership and resilience in defence were hallmarks of a team built to prevail in tight, high-stakes contests.

Stadium

José Amalfitani Stadium is the heart of Velez Sarsfield in Liniers, Buenos Aires, a venue the club have called home since 1951. With a capacity of about 49,540, the ground offers clear sightlines and a close connection between stands and pitch, producing an intense matchday soundscape. The club’s identity is on full display, with white shirts and a bold blue V filling the terraces and reflecting the character of The Fort. Rivalries add extra charge to the atmosphere, particularly during the Clásico del Oeste against Ferro, when the west side of Buenos Aires leans into its local pride. Over decades of top-flight football and continental nights, the stadium has provided a fitting stage for Velez’s defining moments, blending tradition, noise and competitive edge into a compelling home advantage.

Capacity
49540
Local derby
Clásico del Oeste Ferro Buenos Aires west rivalry

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification match programs/tickets for 1994 finals
  • Suppliers Penalty/Adidas eras; confirm labels
  • Signatures Chilavert & Asad add value

FAQ

Q: Where is Club Atletico Velez Sarsfield based and when was it founded? A: The club is based in Liniers, Buenos Aires, Argentina, and was founded in 1910.

Q: Which competition does the football team play in? A: Velez compete in the Primera Division, the top tier of Argentine football.

Q: What is the home ground and its capacity? A: Home matches are played at the José Amalfitani Stadium, which holds around 49,540 spectators and has been the club's home since 1951.

Q: Do you offer authenticity assurances or shipping for signed items? A: Yes, any signed memorabilia is supplied with a tamper-evident Certificate of Authenticity, with clear provenance. Free worldwide shipping.