Eleven World Cup uniforms at the intersection of culture, tradition, and pride.

In recent years, the national football uniform has evolved into a “cultural canvas” that reflects the history, tradition, aesthetics, prestige, values, ethnicity, national consciousness, and atmosphere of the times of each country. For this reason, looking at the uniforms is not only about enjoying football, but also about learning about the culture of countries around the world.

In this issue, we have selected 11 countries with particularly outstanding designs and cultural backgrounds from among the uniforms released for the FIFA World Cup 2026. From France and Argentina, the favorites to win the tournament, to Japan and New Zealand, we introduce them in order of their current FIFA world ranking. Let's explore new ways to enjoy the World Cup through these 11 uniforms, which are not measured by strength alone, but rather by the culture and identity of each country.

Photo_Hiroyuki Ozawa
Edit & Text_Riku Ogawa

5. Germany (10th)

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After winning the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, Germany has suffered two consecutive group eliminations. In addition to Brazil 2014, Germany has won the World Cup three times: in Switzerland 1954, in West Germany 1974, and in Italy 1990, all during the West German national team's time. Especially in the 1980s and 1990s, the West German national team enjoyed a golden era, reaching the finals of three consecutive tournaments. This year's home inherits the three-line diamond and chevron patterns of the legendary team's flag motif, while sampling the design on the chest of the 2014 Brazilian home, which the team won for the fourth time. It is a modern update of the winning mentality, values, and sense of unity that the team has inherited. The national team has worn Adidas uniforms for more than 70 years, but from 2027, the uniforms will be made by Nike. The three-striped “Die Mannschaft” will not be seen again at this tournament.