FIFA World Cup 2026: Here's why Haiti's forced to change jersey design after governing body's objection
Updated On: 11 June, 2026 05:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Haiti has been placed in Group C along with teams Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland. The Haitians will begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign by playing a clash against Scotland on June 14 at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Haitian football team's jersey (Pic: Instagram)
The wait for the commencement of the much-awaited FIFA World Cup 2026 is almost over, and fans are excited to witness their football icons take the field. The first clash of the mega event is scheduled to be played between Mexico and South Africa on June 12 at the Mexico City Stadium.
Ahead of the marquee event, Haiti's football team has been forced to modify their jersey after FIFA raised concerns over the original design. According to Reuters, the jersey depicted the scene from the country's struggle for independence.
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