Wolves v Honvéd 1954 70th Anniversary Kit​

In a tribute to one of football’s most influential matches, English Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers have unveiled a commemorative shirt marking the 70th anniversary of their legendary 3-2 victory over Hungarian powerhouse Honvéd. The December 13, 1954 fixture, played under the newly installed Molineux floodlights, helped shape the future of European football and led to the establishment of the European Cup / UEFA Champions League.

The historic encounter saw Stan Cullis’s Wolves team defeat what was widely regarded as one of the finest sides ever assembled. The significance of this “floodlit friendly” extended far beyond the result, as it demonstrated English football’s ability to compete with the continent’s elite teams, ultimately catalyzing the creation of European club competitions.

Technical innovation played a crucial role in the original 1954 match, with Wolves sporting specially designed fluorescent gold jerseys that reflected the floodlights. This practical solution to visibility challenges during winter matches became a signature feature of Wolves’ floodlit friendly series throughout the 1950s, representing a pioneering approach to football equipment design.

Kit manufacturer SUDU has meticulously recreated the distinctive style of the era, incorporating period-accurate details while meeting modern performance standards. The anniversary edition features a classical collar design and commemorative embroidery on the sleeve, paying homage to the original jerseys worn during that transformative decade of English football.

Current Wolves players including Mario Lemina and Toti modeled the retro-inspired kit, which includes a jock tag highlighting the historic victory. This detail serves as a tangible connection between the current squad and the pioneering team that helped establish Wolves’ reputation in European football.

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