Haiti World Cup Jersey Deemed Too Political, Mirroring Olympic Uniform Censure

Haiti's football federation unveiled a World Cup jersey design. Officials judged the kit to be overly political in nature. The ruling references a recent censure of Haiti's Winter Olympic uniform. Both decisions invoke rules against political expression in sport. The jersey features imagery that authorities say breaches neutrality standards. The federation must modify the design before the tournament. The controversy raises questions about the line between sport and politics. Governing bodies will monitor compliance with the decision.