I bought both the replica and authentic version of the Japan 2022 jersey the quality is night and day between the two, I'd say.
Replica = fan version
Authentic = player
Right?
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Replica = fan version
Authentic = player
Right?
Messigician
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If they're anything like Barca's fan/player versions I would have no problem buying fan version.
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I bought both the replica and authentic version of the Japan 2022 jersey the quality is night and day between the two, I'd say.
But the authentic one is the one that is less durable right? Since it is thinner and what players play in.
Luftstalag14
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Correct. I think in Europe some refer to the replica version as the "stadium shirt" or something.
Authentic version is exactly like what the players wear (with the exception of wash tags and sizes for Adidas jerseys), with lighter and more breathable fabric and materials, often with patterns and details not found on the replica version.
malvolio
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Isn't the design more slim fitting? I don't have the body of a WC winner professional football player
Luftstalag14
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I wouldn't say they are less durable, thinner and lighter yes but still very durable. If they can sustain most of the pulls and drags during a typical game, they can definitely sustain casual and daily wear.
Wambo
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I remember comparing United's jersey last year, iirc the player's version had the Adidas and club logo glued on, while the replica had both logos stitched. And the whole jersey had a different texture to it. I wonder if it the same for all Adidas shirts.
Edit: here it is
soul24rage
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Very much this. It's very subtle but the authentic version has these stripes (maybe they're wording? can't really tell) that elevates the design of the jersey and kinda cheapens the look of the replica.
Messigician
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Very much this. It's very subtle but the authentic version has these stripes (maybe they're wording? can't really tell) that elevates the design of the jersey and kinda cheapens the look of the replica.
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Luftstalag14
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Isn't the design more slim fitting? I don't have the body of a WC winner professional football player
In general, yes, authentic jerseys are more slim fit, however it all depends on the cut and the versions these manufacturers make. For example in the past I have had to order a size XL of our authentic jerseys (I wear a size Large for replica), however in the past two years or so I found that size L authentic Barca jerseys fit me just fine, especially the 21/22 Barca jersey. I discovered it was also the case with the Adidas authentic jerseys released in 2022.
If you are not sure, I'd suggest, if possible, go to a local store to try on the sizes of similar jerseys by the same manufacturer.
Luftstalag14
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Pretty much for all manufacturers, not just Adidas, authentic jerseys feature a heat-pressed logo whereas replica jerseys feature a stitched-on and embroidered logo. For Adidas jerseys, for a long time the authentic version features the three stripes being heat-pressed or printed on while the replica versions has the three stripes sewn on. There are apparently exceptions though, for example the 2022 Japan authentic jerseys have the three strips sewn on, I don't know if that is also the case with the Argentina jerseys too.
If you look at our Barca 21/22 authentic jerseys for example, the details are just amazing. I bet once you have seen it and have it in hand, you will never entertain the idea of buying a replica jersey again.
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soul24rage
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A better look of the authentic jersey with the small stripes across the jersey
wisconsincule
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I was able to buy a 2 star version a few weeks ago.
Wonder what my wife will say when I buy the 3 star version too
Wonder what my wife will say when I buy the 3 star version too
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