2026 World Cup Sleeve Patches Guide Revealed

FIFA is introducing an updated sleeve patch system for all national teams competing in the 2026 World Cup. Now, an official document confirms which kit goes with which kit.

The seven former World Cup-winning nations will wear exclusive gold-themed patches on their right sleeves, while the rest of the teams will use standard black-and-white versions. Additionally, the left sleeve patch will update dynamically, changing for every matchday during the group stage and continuing to update for each knockout round from the round of 32 through to the final.