FIFA takes measures to prevent confusion from similar team kits
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:12 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
FIFA is implementing strategies to ensure that national teams wear distinct uniforms during the World Cup. This action follows an incident in March when similar shirts were worn during a friendly between the U.S. and Belgium, leading to confusion on the field. The organization aims to avoid such issues in future tournaments. Steps taken will help maintain clarity during matches.
- •FIFA addresses uniform confusion from U.S.-Belgium friendly in March
- •New measures will be in place for future World Cup tournaments
- •Ensuring distinct team kits is a priority for officials
- •Strategies aim to maintain clarity during matches
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"The similar shirts in March's U.S.-Belgium friendly created confusion on the pitch, so how does FIFA keep teams' looks separate during the World Cup?
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