FIFA announces kit assignments for World Cup group-stage matches

FIFA has revealed the kit assignments for all 72 group-stage matches of the World Cup, scheduled to take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The tournament opens on June 12 with the co-host United States playing Paraguay in red- and white-striped jerseys. Traditional colors will be worn by previous winners, including Argentina in blue and white stripes against Algeria on June 16, and Brazil in yellow and white against Uruguay on June 15. Special patches will be introduced to honor Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for their sixth World Cup appearances. Additional patches recognize debut players and past achievements. The group-stage finale on June 27 features Colombia and Portugal in their iconic kits, further highlighting the tournament's homage to soccer's legends.

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