Belgium wears blue and pink jerseys against USA in Round of 16
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:28 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Belgium is donning a unique away kit of light blue and pink in their Round of 16 match against the United States on July 7, 2026. The color scheme is a tribute to Belgian artist René Magritte and was chosen due to similarities with the USA's traditional jerseys, aiding in team identification on the field. Both teams are currently in action, with Belgium's non-traditional kit prompting discussions around its surreal artistic inspiration stemming from Magritte's works. The next phase of the tournament could see Belgium face Spain if they advance.
- •Belgium's jerseys honor artist René Magritte.
- •The kit features a light blue background with pink patterns.
- •USA is in their navy blue away jerseys.
- •Match is currently in play, details of status unclear.
- •A victory could lead Belgium to a quarterfinal match against Spain.
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Belgium jerseys, explained: Why USA's Round of 16 opponent is wearing blue and pink instead of national colors
- 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — Why is Belgium wearing a blue and pink jersey vs. the United States?
"You wouldn't expect Belgium to don a light blue and pink jersey at the World Cup but there's a reason for it.
"Here's why Belgium is wearing their away jerseys.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 12:28 AMBelgium jerseys, explained: Why USA's Round of 16 opponent is wearing blue and pink instead of national colors
Here's why Belgium is wearing their away jerseys.
- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 12:25 AMWhy is Belgium wearing a blue and pink jersey vs. the United States?
You wouldn't expect Belgium to don a light blue and pink jersey at the World Cup but there's a reason for it.
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