Friday 17 July 2026

How World Cup football jerseys became political fashion in Latin America

In both Brazil and Colombia, far-right political movements have coopted the national football team's jersey. But why?

By Sydney Daily News

17 July 2026, 12:20 am· Updated 17 July 2026, 1:00 am· 1 min read

How World Cup football jerseys became political fashion in Latin America — Credit: Al Jazeera

In both Brazil and Colombia, far-right political movements have coopted the national football team's jersey. But why?

Source: Al Jazeera

Source: Al Jazeera

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