Haiti forced to alter kit design before World Cup opener

Haiti's women's national football team was compelled to alter their kit design on July 25, 2023, just four days prior to their FIFA Women's World Cup opening match against Scotland. The original jersey featured a depiction of a war scene, which was found to be in violation of FIFA's stringent regulations regarding kit imagery. The governing body's rules prohibit designs that could be perceived as political or offensive, aiming to maintain neutrality and prevent controversy during international tournaments. The team's technical staff worked rapidly to implement the necessary changes to ensure compliance before their first fixture.