UD Leiria 2008/09 Home Shirt

UD Leiria 2008/09 Home Shirt

Authentic vintage União Desportiva de Leiria home shirt produced by Italian kit manufacturer Legea for the 2008–09 season, during which the club competed in Portugal's Liga de Honra. Features a distinct white central body flanked by deep maroon/claret side paneling, vivid royal blue sleeves with white/claret graphics, and blue trim.

The front features a central embroidered LEGEA wordmark above an embroidered U.D.L. club crest depicting Leiria's iconic castle silhouette. The upper rear neck displays printed "U.D. Leiria" script.

Kit History & Context

A rare late-2000s piece of Portuguese football history. Following their top-flight spell in the Primeira Liga, Leiria donned this striking Legea template during the 2008–09 campaign, securing immediate promotion back to the top tier by finishing 2nd in the Liga de Honra.

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Great Vintage Condition (8/10).

• Fabric & Trim: 87% Polyester / 13% Elastane blend fabric remains in outstanding structural condition with vibrant colours, tight stitching, and vintage signs of wear.

• Crest, Logos & Print: Fully embroidered club badge and central Legea logo are crisp and intact. Rear "U.D. Leiria" neck lettering remains bold and clean.

• Authenticity: 100% authentic original vintage kit. Includes official internal Legea care/material tags, "+39 081" manufacturer details, and lower side seam Legea tab.

Measurements

Please review the lay-flat measurements below to check sizing:

• Tag Size: Unspecified on neck tag (Fits modern Medium slim-fit due to elastane stretch)

• Pit-to-Pit: 50.5 cm

• Length: 69.0 cm