After months of planning and hard effort, we are finally pleased to announce that, in honor of the club’s Centenary Season, we will be presenting an unmissable collection of LUFC memorabilia. Featuring never-before-seen historic and sports artifacts gathered together under one roof for the first time.
The unique collection, which is supported by Leeds United Football Club, will explore Leeds United’s past and present. This one-of-a-kind collection chronicles 100 years of amazing football, following the players, managers, and die-hard Leeds fans through the decades. Gary Speed’s 91/92 title-winning shirt, Tony Yeboah’s 95/96 legendary volley-scoring shirt, cup final shirts, and an ultra-rare unpublished to the public all yellow Burton Shirt are among the shirts included in this ultimate tribute to Leeds united merchandise. Other memorabilia includes a complete set of sock tags, vintage match-day programs, interactive exhibits, and much more!
The Centenary Exhibition will run every Saturday in the Merrion Center in Leeds City Center, directly across from the Leeds United Club Shop. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to avoid disappointment, as visiting slots are restricted to ensure that fans get the whole experience – so be sure to book early, especially around half-term and on the two match days.
With Leeds United back in the Second Division in the spring of 1948, the eccentric Major Frank Buckley was appointed manager. He believed the players were underperforming because the halved jerseys made it impossible for them to distinguish one another. In October 1948, the Major organized a practice match with one side wearing club colors and the other wearing plain shirts, according to former player Jim Bullions. Chairman Sam Bolton and director Percy Woodward stood on the sidelines, waiting for Buckley to persuade them to invest in a new strip.
Andy McVeigh, AKA “The Burley Banksy,” has lately had his artwork commissioned by Leeds United, and his work is on show at the exhibition. Andy’s paintings on electric and broadband boxes featuring the club’s great players, uniforms, and slogans are readily recognised on the streets around Leeds United’s field. Photographer Andrew Varley, whose work is featured in one of the specially made Leeds United centenary books, will also present exclusive pictures of significant occasions.
Old gold shirts with blue sleeves and collars, white shorts, and black, blue, and gold hooped stockings were replaced by new gold shirts with blue sleeves and collars, white shorts, and black, blue, and gold hooped stockings. In August 1950, black shorts replaced white shorts due to increased visibility. Another alteration came before the start of the 1955/56 season, with royal blue shirts with gold collars, white shorts, and blue and gold hooped stockings, emulating the Leeds City outfit.
