Countdown to World Cup: Vote for Your Favorite Kits

As the countdown to the World Cup 2026 continues, with only 50 days to go, BBC Sport invites fans to engage in a fun activity: voting for their favorite kits from the tournament. This summer, the World Cup will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, featuring an expanded lineup of 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 host cities, making it a historic event in football history.

Among the standout kits is Algeria's away jersey, a vibrant green that reflects the team's identity as the Desert Foxes. This will be Algeria's first World Cup appearance since 2014, where they reached the knockout stage before being eliminated by Germany. Argentina, the defending champions, will showcase an eye-catching away strip that features a swirl pattern, designed to complement the dazzling footwork of Lionel Messi, who led the team to a successful qualifying campaign.

Austria returns to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, sporting a marbled away shirt that pays homage to the country's café culture. Belgium's away kit draws inspiration from surrealist artist Rene Magritte, embodying the creativity and unpredictability of their qualifying journey.

Brazil, a perennial favorite, will don their iconic yellow and green home kit, while Canada’s home shirt features the maple leaf, symbolizing national pride as they co-host the tournament. Colombia's home kit, reminiscent of the legendary Carlos Valderrama's era, will be worn by the current squad led by in-form winger Luis Diaz.

Croatia's classic red and white checkerboard design continues to evoke memories of their strong World Cup performances, including a runner-up finish in 2018. Meanwhile, Curacao, the smallest nation to qualify, will showcase their unique away kit, designed to capture the beauty of their Caribbean heritage.

The Czech Republic returns to the World Cup with a crystal-inspired away jersey, while the Democratic Republic of Congo celebrates their first appearance in 52 years with a dramatic home kit. Ecuador aims to make an impact with their geometric-patterned home shirt, and Egypt's kit reflects their rich historical roots.

England, looking to build on their recent successes, will wear a more understated home shirt, while France, tipped as favorites, will sport a kit that highlights their attacking prowess. Germany’s home shirt pays tribute to their past World Cup victories, blending elements from their iconic kits.

Other notable kits include Japan's away shirt, which features multi-color stripes symbolizing diversity, and Mexico's home kit, inspired by Aztec motifs. The Netherlands will wear a bright orange jersey, while Norway makes a return to the World Cup with a striking home kit.

Fans can explore all these kits and more, casting their votes for their favorites as the excitement builds for the World Cup 2026.