Coventry 1978 Admiral Retro Football Shirt (McAllister 10)

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This Coventry City retro shirt is a fan-version replica built from breathable recycled polyester. It carries the official Coventry City crest and EFL Championship colourway, ships worldwide in 7-15 business days, and qualifies for free shipping on orders over $57.

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Coventry City Retro Shirt 1978

The 1978 season asked a lot of Coventry City. This retro shirt is the version supporters actually reached for.

If you are choosing between this and the home version, the retro one is easier to wear with things that are not jeans.

Why supporters pick this one
  • Available in men's, women's, kids and youth sizes
  • Mesh side panels positioned where heat actually builds
  • Lightweight interlock knit — moisture-wicking finish keeps the body cool through long matches
  • Stretch knit moves in both directions without losing shape
  • Twin-needle stitched hem and cuffs for longer life
SpecificationProduct detail
Team & schoolCoventry City (1978)
Kit categoryRetro
Version / fitVintage / a roomier heritage cut true to the original era
FabricationHeavyweight heritage mesh polyester
EmbellishmentsEmbroidered retro patch & twill lettering
Fit & sizingAdult S, M, L, XL, 2XL (true to US/EU standard)
Care standardHand wash recommended or cold wash, hang dry
Before you choose a size

This is a supporter replica, not a player-issue shirt. The cut is relaxed rather than athletic, so it layers over a tee and does not cling. If you want the skin-tight on-pitch fit, this is not it — and most supporters prefer it that way.

It will not shrink meaningfully. The recycled polyester is pre-shrunk and dimensionally stable, so a cold wash and natural dry change the fit by less than one percent.

Built for matchday

Built for the stands: breathable enough for ninety minutes of shouting, comfortable enough to keep on for the rest of the day.

Design accents: Relaxed regular fit

How it fits and feels

It is a forgiving fit. Broad shoulders, a longer torso, a bit of extra weight — the pattern accommodates all three without looking shapeless.

Recycled polyester knit with moisture-wicking finish. It moves sweat away from the skin and dries faster than cotton, which matters more than most buyers expect.

Care and size information is printed inside the neck instead of on a sewn-in label that can be cut out and leave a hole.

Where you will wear it

Good for the stands, better for travel — it packs flat, weighs almost nothing, and comes out of a bag wearable.

Order early — retro kits in popular sizes tend to move faster than the home version.

Care and washing

The print is rated for around fifty domestic washes when washed cold and dried naturally. Tumble drying roughly halves that.

Shipping, sizing and returns

Free shipping on orders over $57 · Flat $7 shipping below $57 · Dispatched in 7-15 business days · 30-day free returns. Prices and the free-shipping threshold are converted to your local currency at checkout.

True to size with a relaxed fit. If you are between two sizes, go down for a closer fit or up if you plan to layer. Full measurements are on our size guide page.

Common questions
Will the fabric be see-through under stadium lights?

Not at all — the knit keeps enough density to stay opaque under stadium lighting and camera flash.

Which size should I order for a growing child?

Adult S, M, L, XL, 2XL (true to US/EU standard) — the block allows room to grow without looking shapeless. Measure the chest against our measurements before ordering.

How should I wash this jersey?

Hand wash recommended or cold wash, hang dry. Inside out, cold, and avoid overloading so the garment can move freely.

From our team to yours

We are supporters before we are a shop. Someone here actually wears these, which is why we know which cuts run generous and which prints need a gentler wash.

Looking for other teams? Explore our full Efl Championship Jerseys collection.

Complete the kit: browse all Coventry City gear.

Free shipping kicks in at $57. Add a second item and the delivery is on us.

Last updated: September 2026

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