The murky world of the fake football shirt/streaming services.

Legalised crime vs organised crime.

Yours faithfully
Karl Marx

 

A bigger delve, and they’ll find that “reps” have been around for ages. Trainers and watches are big business. More often than not, these are trainers made in the same factory that Nike/Adidas are using. Same employees, same equipment. Obviously some sort of back hand system going on to get a quota of shoes out before they go to the Nike side. Still not cheap at £100 a pair, but cheaper than the £300 Nike outlets charge. Same with watches. If you know where to look, you can order a replica Rolex with fully automatic operating system and papers, for £800. Gone are the days of picking one up from the Africans on Marbella beach for 25€ (tho you still can, but don’t expect it to last). Fragrances also big business, again not your usual knock off Christopher Dior or George Armani stuff, but close to the real thing.
I bought a few England shirts from a Chinese site for £15 and the only difference is the sizing - having to order 4XL instead of a large. The way Nike inflate their prices, it’s no suprise I’m with the masses when it comes to buying merchandise.

 

My lad went down to JD last week and bought the England shirt for £85. I told him he had more money than sense, but he earns it so I suppose it’s better than him gambling it away or snorting it

His mate bought one off DH Gate for about £28 or something. The badge was much lower than the genuine ones, and it had “Bellingham 22” on the back….he’s number 10

 

The rise of counterfeit goods raises ethical concerns despite their lower prices. While affordability is tempting, it's crucial to consider the impact on labor conditions and potential illegal funding. The steep prices of genuine products may drive demand for alternatives, but it's a dilemma that prompts reflection on consumer choices and corporate responsibility.