Wales Celebrates 150 Years of Football Heritage Rooted in Wrexham

Wales celebrates 150 years of football heritage rooted in Wrexham

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) celebrated its 150th anniversary yesterday (February 2).

Here be dragons: How the Football Association of Wales was founded

Iwan Williams Those who know their Welsh football history will be familiar with the background to the FAW’s founding. For those who don’t, it involves a daring and forward-thinking solicitor, a crowdfunding plea to play Scotland, and a busy February in Wrexham. In January 1876, Llewelyn Kenrick, a 29 year old solicitor from Rhiwabon, answered […]

Wales 150th Anniversary Jersey

The Wales 150th Anniversary jersey has been released by adidas to commemorate 150 years since the formation of the Football Association of Wales in 1876. The Wales football shirt features a red base with contrasting white detailing, drawing directly from historic Cymru kits. A traditional fold over collar is paired with white ribbed sleeve cuffs, reinforcing the heritage influenced construction.

Celebrating 150 Years of the Football Association of Wales

As the Football Association of Wales marks its 150th anniversary, it celebrates a remarkable legacy that began on 2 February 1876. The post Celebrating 150 Years of the Football Association of Wales appeared first on FAW.