FIFA has granted Argentina permission to wear their navy blue jersey in Wednesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final against England.
The defending champions requested to use their alternate strip instead of their traditional sky blue and white home kit for the high-stakes encounter.
The approval was confirmed in FIFA’s official Match Colour Designation release ahead of the semi-final.
Argentina revive memorable World Cup colours
Argentina’s decision has attracted attention because the navy blue shirt is associated with some of the country’s memorable World Cup moments.
The team hopes the choice of kit will provide added confidence as Lionel Messi and his teammates prepare for one of the tournament’s biggest matches.
Along with the navy blue shirts, Argentina will wear white shorts and red socks for the semi-final.
England to wear traditional home colours
England will take to the pitch in their familiar white strip for the clash.
The eagerly anticipated semi-final will determine which nation secures a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with both teams aiming to continue their impressive tournament campaigns.