FC Schalke 04 Jerseys FC Schalke 04’s iconic Royal Blue-white palette blends the Ruhr Valley’s industrial heritage with 118 years of history. Home kits feature classic blue-white vertical stripes, collars inspired by retro crewneck designs, and a miner’s cross badge symbolizing the city’s coal legacy. Away kits use black/gray/neon bases with geometric lines or gear motifs, occasional retro red-white schemes honoring early years. Eco-friendly fabrics preserve the "Miners’" resilient spirit while modern cuts reflect Schalke’s industrial ethos and innovation, maintaining minimalist designs aligned with "Royal Blue" cultural pride.

FC Schalke 04 History Founded in 1904, Schalke plays at Veltins-Arena, nicknamed "Die Knappen" ("The Miners"). A Bundesliga powerhouse, it won 7 German titles, 5 DFB-Pokals, and reached 1 Champions League final plus 1 UEFA Cup. Known for youth academies and hard-nosed defense, it peaked in the 2010s with a Champions League semi-final run. Through youth-driven strategies and tactical evolution, it balances tradition and modernity, embodying the Ruhr’s working-class grit. Represented by Royal Blue shirts, it remains a culturally significant and historically storied club in German football.