Haiti’s World Cup jersey deemed too political, echoing criticism of its Winter Olympic uniform

Haiti’s football federation released a World Cup jersey design. International observers called the jersey “too political.” The criticism echoes earlier backlash against Haiti’s Winter Olympic uniform. Both outfits featured symbols that sparked debate over political messaging in sport. Haitian officials defended the designs as expressions of national identity. Sports governing bodies have faced pressure to enforce neutrality rules. The controversy may influence future uniform approvals for Haiti. Fans and sponsors are watching how the federation responds to the criticism.