Detroit, USA1967–1968

Retro Detroit Cougars Shirts

A classic Cougars shirt from the 1960s, recalling Detroit’s first taste of pro soccer: Glentoran’s summer as the Cougars in 1967 and the first NASL season in 1968. Our retro shirts are made from 100% cotton.
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Detroit Cougars 1960s Shirt Detroit Cougars 1960s Shirt
Est. 1990The original retro shirt company
100% cottonAuthentic look and feel
Adults & kidsSizes S–5XL, plus kids’ range
Name & numberPersonalise any shirt
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Detroit Cougars Retro Kits

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Kids’ shirtsSizes for ages 3–13 → Red retro football shirt personalised with any name and number 10 Add a name & numberPeriod-correct lettering →
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The Detroit Cougars kit story

Detroit Cougars kit timeline
  1. 1967Glentoran of Northern Ireland play as the Cougars in the USA league
  2. 1968Join the newly formed NASL, based at Tiger Stadium
  3. 1968Club folds in September after two seasons

The Detroit Cougars were part of the first wave of professional soccer in North America in the late 1960s. Our retro Detroit Cougars shirts and classic Detroit Cougars kits recall a short-lived club that played in black, orange and white.

Glentoran in Detroit

In 1967 the new United Soccer Association filled its teams by importing whole clubs from overseas. Detroit’s side was Glentoran of Northern Ireland, who played the summer as the Cougars with John Colrain as player-coach. Home games were at the University of Detroit Stadium.

One NASL season

In 1968 the Cougars joined the newly formed North American Soccer League, using Tiger Stadium, though clashes with the baseball schedule sent some games back to the University of Detroit. After reported losses of over a million dollars, the club folded in September 1968. Our Detroit Cougars 1960s Shirt remembers those two seasons, with no modern sponsor or manufacturer logos.

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Detroit Cougars shirt FAQs

Were the Detroit Cougars really Glentoran?+

In 1967, yes. The United Soccer Association imported whole clubs from abroad, and Glentoran of Northern Ireland played that season as the Detroit Cougars.

How long did the Detroit Cougars last?+

Two seasons. They played in the United Soccer Association in 1967 and the NASL in 1968, and folded in September 1968.

Can I add a name and number to my Detroit Cougars shirt?+

Yes. Choose a name and number for £12, or just a name or just a number for £7.50. We match the lettering style to the era of your shirt.

What sizes do the Detroit Cougars shirts come in?+

Adult shirts come in sizes S to 5XL, and we make a kids’ range too. Check the size guide on each shirt for chest measurements.

Can I return my shirt?+

Unpersonalised shirts can be returned within 14 days. Personalised shirts are made to order, so they can’t be returned unless faulty.