PUMA PRODUCT CODE
Puma products are a bit complicated to legit check compared to Adidas and Nike products. But there's always a method to recoginize a real from a fake one.
Modern and the 2000s era Puma shirts are the easiest to legit check from their Style and ART. number on thier wash care labels. The modern code consists of a 6-digit number, followed by a dash and another 2-digit number — whereas the 00s shirts only consists of a 6-digit number.
Here are a few example of the legit product codes given below.
There are also alot of fake shirts in the market that you must be very cautious. The common code used on fake Puma shirt that we have come across is '757035-01' which belongs to a 'Marseille 2020 Home' shirt. Please note that there are more fake codes being used on counterfeit shirts which have not been mentioned here.
90s Puma shirts were mostly manufactured in European countries like the UK, Hungary, Germany, Portugal, Romania and Czech Republic. The 2000s era shirts are mostly based in Cambodia, Portugal, Vietnam, Tunisia, Turkey, Greece and Thailand whereas modern shirts are mostly manufactured in Georgia, Turkey and Vietnam.
Here are some pictures below of the two codes being used on fake shirts we have come across so far.
PUMA LOGO
The logo serves as a key indicator of legitimacy, as counterfeit items often have noticeable flaws in the Puma cat's shape, size, or stitching quality. Authentic jerseys typically feature a precisely embroidered or heat-pressed logo with clean edges and consistent placement, reflecting Puma's high manufacturing standards. In contrast, fake jerseys may display off-center logos, irregular spacing, or inferior materials. Conducting a legit check based on the logo helps consumers avoid low-quality replicas, supports ethical purchasing, and protects the brand’s reputation for quality and performance.
OLD PUMA SHIRTS
Legit checking Puma football shirts from the 1980s and 1990s era requires careful attention to detail.
These vintage pieces were produced with design and manufacturing standards specific to their time. Start by examining the logo — older Puma shirts often featured a stitched or screen-printed Puma cat that differs slightly from the modern version in shape and proportion. The materials used in that era were typically heavier and less elastic than today's shirts, often made from polyester or cotton blends with a distinct texture. Check for period-specific tags, which may include “Made in West Germany” (pre-1990) or early care labels with minimal washing instructions. Authentic shirts will also often show signs of natural aging, such as mild fading or wear consistent with decades of use, while counterfeit or reissued items may look unnaturally new. Finally, research the specific team designs and sponsors from those years — incorrect fonts, badge placements, or color shades can all be red flags for inauthenticity.
Comparing to verified vintage examples or old catalogs can also help validate authenticity or trusted collector sources from specific Facebook's Football Shirt Legit Check groups — as reference images can help verify everything from sponsor placement to number font.
Here are some samples of tags of football shirts from the 80s and 90s below.
OLD PUMA SHIRTS
There are some cases where the previous owners of the shirts cut off either the wash care tags or the neck tag due to irritation of their placement. In such cases, there are a few chances we can identify the authenticity of such shirts from the stitching, logo placement and fabric used.
Do reach out to us if you have doubts regarding such shirts. We will try our best to help you verify the authenticity of your shirt.