14.07.2026 21:10
Argentina will wear their 'lucky' navy blue jersey in the World Cup semifinal against England. The same color jersey was worn when Maradona scored the 'Hand of God' goal against England in 1986.
Argentina, preparing to face England in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has made a radical kit change decision ahead of the massive clash. The Albiceleste have decided to take the field in their blue away kit instead of the classic blue-and-white striped jerseys they have been associated with throughout the tournament. This decision has sparked great curiosity among football fans.
THE REASON BEHIND THE DECISION: LUCK
According to information from the Argentine camp, two key factors lie behind this choice. The first is FIFA's official kit and color regulations; the second, and most notable, is a long-standing belief in "luck," a superstition that has been widely covered by the Argentine press.
The choice of the blue kit evokes some of the most iconic moments in Argentine football history. The Albiceleste wore this same blue kit in the historic 1986 World Cup quarterfinal match, where football legend Diego Armando Maradona scored the "Hand of God" goal and delivered a memorable performance that eliminated England. Additionally, Argentina also took the field in this away kit for another unforgettable victory against England: the 1998 World Cup Round of 16 match. These two major wins against England have turned the blue kit into a symbol of luck in the eyes of Argentinians.