FIFA World Cup 2026: Haiti forced to change kit over war imagery

Haiti was forced to change its kit just days before its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after FIFA banned a depiction of the Battle of Vertieres in 1803, which secured Haiti's independence. Colombian manufacturer Saeta stated that the final design was intended as a tribute to the men and women contributing to Haiti's future, not as a political statement. FIFA determined that certain visual elements could be interpreted differently under its equipment regulations. Haiti will begin their campaign against Scotland on Saturday, June 13 in Boston.