Retro home shirt worn by Cork City FC between 1989 and 1991, during the club’s formative years in the League of Ireland.
The design featured a clean white base, elevated by distinctive red and green stripes running across the chest and shoulders. The colour combination proudly reflected both the club’s identity and its Irish roots, while the bold striping gave the shirt a strong late-80s character. The crest sat neatly against the striking tricolour-inspired detailing, completing a look that was both vibrant and unmistakable.
Front and centre was the iconic Guinness sponsor, its bold black lettering providing a sharp contrast against the white fabric. The Guinness logo not only enhanced the shirt’s visual impact but also became inseparable from this era of Cork City history, giving the kit an added layer of nostalgia for supporters. Few sponsors have blended so naturally with a club’s identity, and its presence on this shirt helped cement its cult status.
This period marked an important chapter for Cork City as they established themselves in the national game, building a passionate following at Flower Lodge before their later move to Turner’s Cross.
Unique, colourful and packed with character, especially with that legendary Guinness branding, the 1989/91 home shirt remains one of the most beloved designs in Cork City’s history.
