$20 million worth of fake World Cup jerseys seized ahead of tournament

Africanews | 12-06-2026 05:08am |

Hong Kong customs officials have successfully intercepted a shipment containing 230,000 suspected counterfeit products, with an estimated value of nearly $20 million. Among these items are thousands of fake football jerseys intended for fans of the upcoming World Cup. Authorities have indicated that the heightened demand for official tournament merchandise is contributing to a significant increase in the global counterfeit trade. The seizure underscores ongoing efforts to combat intellectual property violations and protect consumers from fraudulent goods.

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