Argentina asks FIFA to allow all‑blue kit for World Cup semi‑final vs England

Argentina’s football federation has formally requested FIFA permission to wear its all‑blue change kit for the upcoming World Cup semi‑final against England in Atlanta. The request, reported by journalist Gastón Edul, cites superstition – Argentina previously wore the dark‑blue strip in victories over England at the 1986 and 1998 World Cups – and notes the team used the kit only once in the current tournament, a 3‑1 group‑stage win over Jordan. FIFA’s decision is expected on Tuesday, a day before the match. If approved, England are likely to wear their all‑white home kit.

The move follows Argentina’s successful quarter‑final win over Switzerland, securing their place in the last four and setting up a historic clash with England, a rivalry steeped in both sporting and political history.