Tuchel says he'd wear navy blue too after FIFA approves Argentina's kit request
England manager Thomas Tuchel said he is not bothered by Argentina’s special request to wear navy blue for the World Cup semi‑final against England, adding that he would have made the same choice if he believed the shirt brought luck. FIFA approved Argentina’s request ahead of Wednesday’s match; the Albiceleste have worn their traditional light blue and white strip in all but one of their six opening games, using navy only for their group‑stage win over Jordan.
For Nigerian fans following the tournament, the kit change is a minor curiosity that does not affect match outcome or team performance. It highlights the superstitions that sometimes surround high‑stakes games, though no evidence links clothing colour to success on the pitch. The story underscores how pre‑match rituals can draw attention even when they have no tangible impact.
Tuchel’s reaction shows respect for opponents’ routines while keeping focus on his own preparation. The semi‑final proceeds with Argentina in navy blue and England in white as scheduled. Do you think kit colours influence a team’s luck, or is it just superstition?