Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:32pm on 11 Jun 2026,Thursday Sports
Haiti has been forced to alter its FIFA World Cup jersey after football’s governing body ruled that part of the design was too political. The original jersey, produced by Colombian sportswear company Saeta, featured artwork depicting the final battle of the Haitian War of Independence in 1803, a defining moment in the nation’s history. FIFA rejected the imagery during its approval process, requiring Haiti to modify the kit before the tournament. The decision comes only months after Haiti reportedly had to make changes to its Winter Olympic uniforms. The development has reignited debate over where sporting authorities draw the line between national heritage, historical representation and political symbolism. (PC: AP)
