The mysteries of 2026 kits: why national colors diverge

For the 2026 World Cup, several European nations are keeping kits whose colors depart from their national flag. These choices respond to historical, sporting or commercial reasons rooted in each federation's identity. Some countries favor an iconic shade that has become inseparable from their national team, beyond simple tricolor representation. In the United States, Canada and Mexico, these uniforms will each tell a unique story.