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The New York Guardians Collection — Royal Retros NY Guardians Fan Shop

Authentic NY Guardians Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.

The New York Guardians were the 2020 XFL's MetLife Stadium franchise — a Vince McMahon-Oliver Luck reboot of the league that played five games before the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered the season. The Royal Retros Guardians collection brings them back with throwback jerseys, hats, and tees in the navy-and-orange Guardians colorway. Free name and number on most styles. Sizes S–5XL.

What You Can Shop

NY Guardians Jerseys, Hats, T-Shirts, Hoodies and Sweatshirts — XFL-style mesh and twill football jerseys, snapback and unstructured Guardians caps, soft cotton tees, and pullover hoodies. Free name and number customization on most jerseys. Sizes S–5XL.

Why Royal Retros Is the Home of NY Guardians Gear

• Officially licensed XFL throwback apparel.
• Free name and number customization on most jerseys.
• Period-correct navy-and-orange colorway and 2020 XFL detailing.
• Sizes S–5XL.

Quick Buying Questions

What sizes are available?

Small through 5XL on most styles.

Can I customize?

Yes — most jerseys include free name and number. Custom items are final sale.

Is this officially licensed?

Yes. Royal Retros holds the licensing required to make XFL throwbacks.

How long will my order take?

Stock items ship within a few business days. Custom jerseys typically take 2–3 weeks.

About the New York Guardians

The Guardians were the New York metro entry in the 2020 XFL relaunch, the Vince McMahon-Oliver Luck attempt to revive the league with a more football-serious presentation than the wrestling-flavored 2001 original. Coached by Kevin Gilbride (the longtime NFL offensive coordinator) and quarterbacked by Matt McGloin, the Guardians played their home games at MetLife Stadium — the same venue used by the Giants and Jets.

New York went 3–2 through the abbreviated 2020 season, second in the East Division, before the COVID-19 pandemic forced the XFL to suspend operations on March 12, 2020. The league filed for bankruptcy a month later. Dany Garcia and Dwayne Johnson eventually bought the assets and rebooted the XFL in 2023 — but the Guardians did not return; the new XFL ran with different city placements. The 2020 Guardians thus became one of the most poignant "what could have been" franchises of the modern alternative-football era — cut short by a once-in-a-century event right as they were finding their footing.

NY Guardians at Royal Retros — Authentic Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.