Store standards
Retailer review criteria
JerseyRadar lists 9 retailers. The checklist below sets out our review criteria. The label on each listing (Official / Major retailer / Marketplace) is descriptive — it tells you who runs the storefront, not how much we trust them.
Current evidence that every listed retailer meets all five criteria is not available. Catalog inclusion and seller labels are not proof of a current pass. There is no premium tier or pay-to-rank. Individual item condition needs separate evidence.
The five-bullet rubric
- US shipping terms and timing are stated up front, in dollars, before checkout.
- A return window of at least 14 days is published and applies to non-customized jerseys.
- Licensed kits are sold under the maker, league, club, or national-team license — and that license is verifiable.
- The seller has public business records (registered entity, contactable address, working customer support).
- Listings carry condition notes for any pre-owned, vintage, or player-issue items.
In practice
MLS Store (mlsstore.com) is labeled “Official” because Major League Soccer publishes the storefront under its own brand. Classic Football Shirts (classicfootballshirts.com) is labeled “Marketplace” in our legacy catalog to distinguish historical-shirt discovery. That catalog label does not establish a marketplace business model or an individual item condition. The labels describe the kind of seller, not the trust level.
FAQ
Why are some retailers labeled 'Official' and others 'Major retailer'?
"Official" applies when the league, club, or maker publishes the storefront under its own brand (e.g., MLS Store, U.S. Soccer Store, adidas, Nike). "Major retailer" applies when an established US sports retailer (e.g., Fanatics, SOCCER.COM, World Soccer Shop) sells licensed kits without being the licensor itself.
Do you accept payment for placement?
No. JerseyRadar does not run paid placements or pay-to-rank arrangements with retailers.
How often is the rubric re-applied?
The homepage dated Listing Snapshot result hides price, stock, size, shipping, and returns when its source needs a fresh check. Legacy catalog pages are not live evidence.
The criteria require current source evidence. Check the seller’s terms and the exact item’s licensing and condition before purchasing; this catalog does not provide a blanket authenticity or returns guarantee.