{"title":"Birmingham Fire","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Birmingham Fire Collection — Royal Retros Birmingham Fire Fan Shop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tagline\"\u003eAuthentic Birmingham Fire Throwbacks. Custom Names \u0026amp; Numbers. Sizes S–5XL. WLAF Alabama Heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Retros carries the deepest Birmingham Fire throwback collection on the open web — authentic jerseys, tees and mini helmets honoring Birmingham's World League team. One of the strongest North American clubs in the WLAF's two-year run, the Fire made the playoffs in both seasons and gave Alabama a hard-nosed spring football team at Legion Field. Period-correct construction, free custom name and number on most jerseys, sizes S–5XL with no big \u0026amp; tall upcharge. If you want Fire gear that respects the history, this is the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Shop in the Birmingham Fire Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirmingham Fire Jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e — Throwback football jerseys in the Fire's early-'90s look. Sublimated custom builds and clean cuts, period-correct numbering and crests. \u003cstrong\u003eFree custom name and number on most styles.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirmingham Fire T-Shirts\u003c\/strong\u003e — Soft, vintage-feel cotton tees with the Fire logo and retro wordmark. Sized S–5XL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirmingham Fire Mini Helmets\u003c\/strong\u003e — Collector display helmets in the classic Fire scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomization\u003c\/strong\u003e — Most Fire jerseys can be personalized with your name and number, free on eligible items. Custom items are made to order and final sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — Small through 5XL on virtually every product. We don't upcharge for big \u0026amp; tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Royal Retros Is the Home of Birmingham Fire Throwback Gear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe deepest catalog anywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fire gear is nearly impossible to find at retail. We carry jerseys, tees and mini helmets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic, period-correct construction.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sublimated fabrics on custom builds, clean cuts, period-correct color blocking and numbering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree customization on most jerseys.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add your name and number at no extra cost on eligible items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes Small through 5XL.\u003c\/strong\u003e No big \u0026amp; tall upcharge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage done right.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heritage-inspired tribute designs that honor the team and the World League era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Buying Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes do Birmingham Fire jerseys come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall through 5XL on virtually every jersey style. We don't upcharge for big \u0026amp; tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I customize my Fire jersey with a name and number?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — most styles offer free custom name and number. Custom items are made to order and final sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials are the jerseys made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight sublimated polyester on custom and remix styles; standard jersey knits on replica cuts. T-shirts are premium soft-blend cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow accurate are the designs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor palette, Fire logo, lettering and crest detail are reproduced to match the team's early-1990s WLAF look. Each design is vetted for period accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it ship and what's the return policy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard items typically ship within a few business days. Custom items are made to order; custom items are final sale and standard items follow our return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Were the Birmingham Fire?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Birmingham Fire were a professional American football team based in Birmingham, Alabama, that played the two seasons of the original World League of American Football, in 1991 and 1992. Coached by Chan Gailey — later an NFL head coach — the Fire were one of the league's strongest North American sides, reaching the playoffs in both seasons and posting a 7–2–1 record in 1992 in a loaded West Division.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Birmingham Fire Era-by-Era History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1991 — The Inaugural Season.\u003c\/strong\u003e Birmingham joined the World League as a founding North American franchise and immediately made the playoffs, drawing strong crowds to historic Legion Field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1992 — A Winning Year.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fire went 7–2–1 and returned to the postseason, part of a dominant West Division alongside the champion Sacramento Surge (8–2) and San Antonio Riders (7–3). Birmingham's defense was among the best in the league.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End of the Original WLAF.\u003c\/strong\u003e The NFL suspended the World League after 1992, and the Fire folded with the rest of the league's North American clubs — a consistent winner cut short by the league's closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Venue — Legion Field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fire played at Legion Field, the storied Birmingham stadium known as the \"Old Gray Lady,\" long a centerpiece of Alabama football. It gave the franchise a big-time setting and a passionate Southern fan base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Frequently Asked Questions About the Birmingham Fire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen did the Birmingham Fire exist?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1991 and 1992, the two seasons of the original World League of American Football.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho coached the Fire?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChan Gailey, later head coach of the Dallas Cowboys and Buffalo Bills, led Birmingham.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I find related Royal Retros collections?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fire connect to the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/wlaf\"\u003eWLAF \/ World League collection\u003c\/a\u003e, fellow WLAF clubs like the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/sacramento-surge\"\u003eSacramento Surge\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/san-antonio-riders\"\u003eSan Antonio Riders\u003c\/a\u003e, and the broader \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/international-football-hq\"\u003eInternational Football HQ\u003c\/a\u003e. Birmingham fans can also explore the city's other throwbacks across the catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWorld League Cross-Shop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/wlaf\"\u003eWLAF \/ World League collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the full league, 1991 through NFL Europe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFellow WLAF clubs\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/sacramento-surge\"\u003eSacramento Surge\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/orlando-thunder\"\u003eOrlando Thunder\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/san-antonio-riders\"\u003eSan Antonio Riders\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/montreal-machine\"\u003eMontreal Machine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/international-football-hq\"\u003eInternational Football HQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — gridiron heritage from around the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tagline\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 32px; font-size: 1.15em;\"\u003eBirmingham Fire at Royal Retros — Authentic World League Throwbacks. Custom Names \u0026amp; Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"birmingham-fire-mini-helmet","title":"Birmingham Fire Mini Helmet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 oz mini helmet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypically ships in 3-5 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFulfilled by 417 Helmets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/417helmets.com\/policies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Return policy\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Return policy\"\u003eReturn Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birmingham Fire\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears Active:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1991–1992\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Villa Park (Birmingham, England)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Birmingham Fire were one of the original franchises of the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/wlaf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\" aria-label=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWorld League of American Football (WLAF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, bringing American football to one of England's great sporting cities. Playing at Villa Park — home to Aston Villa FC — the Fire competed for two seasons before the league went on hiatus after 1992. When the WLAF returned in 1995, Birmingham was not among the franchises that came back. Two seasons at one of England's most storied grounds, and the city's only chapter in professional American football history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a historical representation of a defunct team, not affiliated with or endorsed by any active team, league, or organization.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"417 Helmets","offers":[{"title":"Riddell Speed","offer_id":31595177443397,"sku":"31595177443397","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2379\/8161\/products\/IMG_4208.jpg?v=1770784479"},{"product_id":"birmingham-fire-jersey","title":"Birmingham Fire WLAF Jersey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade-to-order — lead time shown in the customization screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree personalization — name, number, or custom text\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in two jersey styles:\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Stitched:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic stitched numbers and lettering — heavier, more durable, classic on-field look\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplica:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality printed graphics in lightweight, breathable fabric — vibrant and great for everyday wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% Polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWLAF jock tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll customized jerseys are made to order and final sale — no returns or exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birmingham Fire\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears Active:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1991–1992\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Legion Field — Birmingham, AL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Birmingham Fire played two seasons in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/wlaf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\" aria-label=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWLAF \/ NFL Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from 1991 to 1992 at Legion Field, the longtime college football venue that had hosted multiple Birmingham pro franchises before. The Fire built one of the WLAF's stronger North American programs and made the postseason in both of the league's first two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHead coach Chan Gailey guided the Fire to the 1991 World Bowl semifinals, and Birmingham remained competitive throughout the league's North American era. The Fire folded with the rest of the U.S. and Canadian franchises when the WLAF suspended operations after 1992 and relaunched as a European-only competition in 1995.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVintage-inspired reproduction — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any team, league, or organization. Used for historical and artistic purposes only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Retros","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690260037,"sku":"40588690260037","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690292805,"sku":"40588690292805","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690325573,"sku":"40588690325573","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690358341,"sku":"40588690358341","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690391109,"sku":"40588690391109","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690423877,"sku":"40588690423877","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4XL \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690456645,"sku":"40588690456645","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5XL \/ Navy","offer_id":40588690489413,"sku":"40588690489413","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2379\/8161\/files\/birminghamfirejerseyblue.png?v=1770787703"},{"product_id":"birmingham-fire-t-shirt","title":"Birmingham Fire T-Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% Cotton (52% Cotton 48% Polyester for heather colors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4.2 oz combed and ring-spun cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra soft, lightweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnisex classic fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-shrunk, side-seamed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrinted graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips in 3–5 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birmingham Fire\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears Active:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1991–1992\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Legion Field — Birmingham, AL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Birmingham Fire played two seasons in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/wlaf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\" aria-label=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWLAF \/ NFL Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from 1991 to 1992 at Legion Field, the longtime college football venue that had hosted multiple Birmingham pro franchises before. The Fire built one of the WLAF's stronger North American programs and made the postseason in both of the league's first two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHead coach Chan Gailey guided the Fire to the 1991 World Bowl semifinals, and Birmingham remained competitive throughout the league's North American era. The Fire folded with the rest of the U.S. and Canadian franchises when the WLAF suspended operations after 1992 and relaunched as a European-only competition in 1995.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVintage-inspired reproduction — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any team, league, or organization. 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