Footy fans warned about purchasing fake Brisbane Broncos jerseys which were designed to raise money for mental health awareness
The club's popular all black jersey - worn to raise funds for mental health - sold-out in record time when Michael Maguire's men took on the Gold Coast Titans in round 14 on June 7 at Suncorp Stadium.
Scammers were aware of the increased demand, and soon began printing fake black jerseys in bulk.
On Facebook marketplace, the jerseys are currently available for between $50 and $75 - with the authentic versions retailing for $170 via official NRL merchandise.
Some of the fake jerseys are described as 'replicas' - but others suggest they are the real deal.
'The Brisbane Broncos caution our fans to avoid online purchases of unauthorised products due to the high risk of fraudulent and deceptive conduct and the likelihood of financial loss to the purchaser,' a spokesman said.
Surprisingly, the Broncos aren't expected to wear the jersey again anytime soon.
Meanwhile, a broken arm to prop Xavier Willison soured Brisbane's commanding 60-14 win against South Sydney on Friday.
Brisbane Broncos fans have been issued a warning to be on the lookout for fake black jerseys being sold online (pictured)
The club's popular all black jersey - chosen to raise funds for mental health - sold-out in record time when Michael Maguire's men took on the Gold Coast Titans in round 14 on June 7 at Suncorp Stadium (fullback, Reece Walsh is pictured)
Scammers were aware of the demand, and soon began printing fake black jerseys (pictured) in bulk, which are still available on Facebook Marketplace
Fullback Reece Walsh finished with four try assists and a try himself as the injury-ravaged Rabbitohs were outclassed.
Willison isn't expected to play against this season.
'He has broken his arm and that could be a six-week injury,' Maguire said.
'Watching 'X' grow has been great, but we have someone like Ben Talty (ready) to step up.
'(Overall) we were thorough and I thought our spine was very good.'
In what was a history-making performance, Broncos captain Adam Reynolds became the second player in NRL premiership history to score 2500 points.
He now only trails Melbourne Storm legend Cameron Smith, who chalked up 2786 points in his storied club career.
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