Haiti changes kit for FIFA World Cup 2026 due to war imagery

Haiti has been forced to alter its World Cup kit just days before their opening match after FIFA prohibited the depiction of the Battle of Vertieres on their jerseys. The Colombian manufacturer Saeta confirmed the change, stating the design was meant as a tribute and not a political statement. Haiti’s first match in 52 years is against Scotland on June 13, followed by games against Brazil and Morocco.

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