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Over 158,000 counterfeit football shirts valued at £5.5m seized in UK raid

14 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

In one of the UK's largest counterfeiting operations, over 158,000 fake football shirts were seized, including items from World Cup semi-finalists England, France, and Spain. The Edinburgh trading standards team confiscated 9 tonnes of counterfeit kits, valued at approximately £5.5 million.
This operation aims to protect fans and prevent criminals from exploiting the high demand for football merchandise.
Counterfeiting in the sports merchandise industry has been a growing concern, especially during major events like the World Cup. The demand for authentic merchandise often leads to a surge in fake products, which can harm both consumers and the reputation of legitimate brands.
The seizure of counterfeit football shirts highlights the ongoing battle against intellectual property theft, particularly in the sports merchandise sector. With major tournaments like the World Cup driving fan enthusiasm, the potential for counterfeiters to profit increases significantly.

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