Fake vs Real Kits - What Are The Differences Between And How To Identify A Counterfeit Jersey?
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.
Barrow AFC 2026-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League side Barrow AFC have completed their 2026-27 kit lineup with the launch of their new away shirt. Made by Puma, the away kit follows the release of the club's home strip earlier this month, confirming the brand as their technical sponsor for the upcoming season.
The Barrow AFC 2026-27 home kit, originally unveiled on June 1, is billed as "125 Years In The Making." The design serves as a traditional and commemorative tribute to the Cumbrian club's 125th anniversary. The newly revealed away kit provides a contrasting alternative for their travels, rounding out the wardrobe as they prepare for their National League campaign following their recent relegation from League Two.
Special Commemorative Patches for 1000th FIFA World Cup Match
To mark a significant milestone in football history, special commemorative patches were featured during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F match between Tunisia and Japan in Monterrey. The fixture officially marked the 1000th match in the history of the tournament.
In recognition of the occasion, both the Japan and Tunisia national teams wore mini Match 1000 arm patches on their jerseys. The special detailing was spotted on the players' kits during the game, as well as on the shirts laid out in the dressing rooms beforehand.
The commemorative design was not limited to the competing teams, as the match officials also wore the Match 1000 patch on their referee kits. This subtle yet historic addition provided a unique touch to the kits for the milestone game.
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Manuel Neuer Wears Special 'Legacy' and 'Golden Gloves' Patches at 2026 World Cup
Following Luka Modrić and Lionel Messi, Manuel Neuer became the next player to wear two special patches when he appeared in Germany's second group-stage match against Ivory Coast.
On his right sleeve was the "Legacy" patch (which had already appeared in the opening match), while on his left sleeve was the "Golden Glove" patch, honoring the individual award he won at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
All Special 2026 World Cup Player Patches Revealed - Footy Headlines
FC Tiamo Hirakata 26-27 Home Kit Released
Japanese Football League side FC Tiamo Hirakata has officially unveiled their new 2026-27 home kit, produced by sportswear brand Jogarbola. The release introduces a cracking design under the club's Reborn campaign for the upcoming JFL season, symbolizing a new beginning for the club.
