Fake vs Real Kits - What Are The Differences Between And How To Identify A Counterfeit Jersey?
Aug 18, 2017, by Chris
Have you ever wondered what are the differences between an authentic football kit from Adidas or Nike and a fake soccer jersey and how to spot a fake jersey? If so, French football boots and kits specialists Footpack have helped you out with an extensive new video comparing fake and real football shirts.
Fake vs Real Football Kits - What Are The Differences And How To Spot Them
Footpack compares the authentic replica version of the Adidas Olympique Marseille 2017-18 away jersey with a fake shirt as well as an authentic replica Man Utd 17-18 away kit with a fake one. The video shows that there are various differences between each kit. In fact, almost every element of a fake is wrongly sized or features a slightly different shape than the original jersey, and the colors are also different.
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It is nevertheless hard to spot if you have just bought a fake if you can not compare it directly with an authentic one. But there are almost always several elements that make it possible to identify a fake.
Not every fake is as good one as the fakes shown by Footpack in the video, which have a rather high quality (The Man Utd fake is much worse than the OM fake, in example). In fact, it is rather a matter of luck if you get a pretty quite good counterfeit jersey of if you get a really bad one that you do not want to wear at all. Additionally, the bad quality of the kit might lead to a low durability etc.
If you do not want to spend 80+ Euro on a new football kit, there are various ways to get authentic jerseys for a fraction of the recommended retail price. First, clubs are selling their kits for a fraction of the original price at the end of every season, and second, you can get cheap and authentic football shirts at websites such as Classic Football Shirts, with prices starting from at less at around 8 Euro for an authentic, high-quality kit.
Have you made any experiences with fake jerseys yet? If so how were them? Let us know in the comments below.
CS Sfaxien 26-27 Home Kit Released
Tunisian powerhouse CS Sfaxien has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season. The release marks the start of the club's new partnership with Umbro, who replaces previous kit supplier Hummel.
The Umbro CS Sfaxien 26-27 home jersey stays faithful to the club's traditional identity, featuring wide vertical black and white stripes across the front. The sleeves are predominantly white, while the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs are finished with intricate geometric black-and-white micro-patterns. The Umbro Double Diamond logo and club crest sit on the chest, complemented by the Super Siesta sponsor across the center. Alongside the outfield home shirt, the club also revealed a vibrant blue goalkeeper kit with an all-over tonal graphic print.
CS Sfaxien is offering the new 26-27 home shirt in two distinct options for supporters: a high-performance Pro edition alongside a more accessible Stade edition, both available through the official club store.
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The Robey NAC Breda 26-27 away shirt is predominantly white and features a green classic polo collar alongside matching sleeve trim. The highlight of the kit is the graphic pattern across the sleeves, which draws inspiration from the distinctive green exterior steel support beams of the stadium from 1996, as well as the club's mid-1990s change strips. A retro club crest sits on the left chest, complemented by a special "Rat Verlegh Sinds 1996" tag near the hem.
White shorts and socks with subtle green and black accents complete the look of the new NAC Breda 26-27 away strip, which is set to make its on-pitch debut against Roda JC.
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The Adidas Selangor 26-27 away jersey opts for a crisp and refined aesthetic, utilizing an off-white and white base accented by deep maroon trim on the collar, Three Stripes, and side panels, finished with a matching monochrome crest. A blue third kit is also planned to follow later in the season.
ESTAC Troyes 26-27 Home Kit Released
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The Puma Troyes 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional blue base, adorned with an all-over tonal graphic inspired by the architectural heritage of Troyes, specifically its iconic half-timbered wooden houses (maisons à pans de bois). The geometric lines create an intricate textured appearance across the front and sleeves. White accents complement the design.
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The Adidas Bayern München 2026-27 third jersey combines a dark navy and purple base with vivid reddish-orange detailing on the collar, Adidas three stripes, and sponsor applications. The focal point of the shirt is an intricate, all-over abstract graphic pattern that subtly incorporates historical references to Bayern's iconic European Cup triumphs, including their 1974 continental title. The design is rounded off with a monochrome, textured club crest on the chest.
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CD Leganés and Puma have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Launched under the campaign name "El Lega en rose," the vibrant design completes the Spanish club's wardrobe for the campaign following their switch to the German brand.
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