The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar is fast approaching as the national teams begin their preparations for the global showpiece.
This year’s carnival will look a bit different, taking place right in the middle of clubbing season, at the height of European winter.
While that may mean heady, sunny days in pub beer gardens won’t be possible, we still have a football party to look forward to.
The news is already beginning to be dominated by the World Cup headlines and with a few months to go some of the kits have started to appear.
Portugal’s split kit has left a lot to be desired while a leak The supposed strip of Mexico shows that they will look amazing at the World Cup.
But what are the best World Cup uniforms ever worn? Well, to answer that question, we thought we’d go to the experts in the field, with fashion magazine Esquire choosing the 11 best shirts back in 2018.
11. Denmark goalkeeper, 1998
June 28, 1998: Denmark’s Peter Schmeichel celebrates during the World Cup second round match against Nigeria at the Stade de France in St Denis, France. Denmark won 4-1. \ Mandatory Credit: Clive Brunskill /Allsport
The Danes may not have had the tournament they hoped for in France, but Peter Schmeichel looked an absolute delight in a bombshell of a goalkeeper kit.
10. England, 1982
MADRID, SPAIN – JULY 05: England player Trevor Francis (r) in action during the 1982 World Cup match between Spain and England at the Bernabeu Stadium on July 5, 1982 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Allsport UK/Getty Images)
The tricolor nature of the ’82 England strip makes it one of the most unique kits for the Three Lions. Sadly, he was unable to inspire England to great heights as he crashed out in the second round in Spain.
9. Germany, 1990
A true classic, the 1990 German strip was always going to be included. The wide flag across the chest, exaggerated logo and understated collar make for a great design piece.
Germany 1988-90 at home by Adidas
This design was used at Euro 88 and when the team lifted the World Cup in 1990.
Can you imagine a team using the same layout for 2 major tournaments now? pic.twitter.com/TadbMOHO29
— Classic Football Shirts (@classicshirts) April 29, 2020
8. Argentina, 1994
It’s hard to go wrong with Argentina’s famous blue and white stripes and, in truth, any of their kits could have made the cut. Esquire went with their 1994 issue and it’s hard to argue.
JULY 3, 1994: OSCAR RUSSERI OF ARGENTINA IN ACTION DURING THE 1994 WORLD CUP MATCH ROMANIA V ARGENTINA AT THE ROSE BOWL IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA. Mandatory Credit: Chris Cole/ALLSPORT
7. Croatia, 1998
Another nation that has regularly given us some really great kits. The 1998 vintage, with its 3D printing, looked particularly special as the Croats finished third in France.
June 26, 1998: A team photo of the Croatian national team before their match against Argentina at the 1998 World Cup in Bordeaux, France. \ Mandatory Credit: Mark Thompson /Allsport
6. Cameroon, 2002
This was always going to be a controversial pick, but sometimes controversy sells. Eyebrows were raised when Cameroon saw fit to ditch their sleeves altogether, but it went on to become one of the most iconic kits in history.
NIIGATA – JUNE 1: Samuel Eto’o of Cameroon in action during the World Cup Group Stage Group E match against Republic of Ireland played at Niigtata Prefectural Stadium, Niigata, Japan on June 1 June 2002. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
5. Mexico, 1994
This list simply would not be complete without a Mexican contribution. The 1994 design, complete with a beautiful collar and subtle red stripes, was truly a work of art.
Mexico 🇲🇽 1994 home jersey as worn in the USA World Cup 🇺🇸94 #mexico #soccer #Futebol #vintage #collector pic.twitter.com/hjegE6zHoJ
— Iconic Soccer Jerseys (@ShirtsIconic) June 16, 2022
4. France, 1998
On the backs of the likes of Zinedine Zidane and Thierry Henry, the 1998 French jersey quickly became a true icon as the hosts achieved global glory in Paris.
June 18, 1998: The France team lines up before the World Cup Group C match against Saudi Arabia at the Stade de France in St Denis. France won 4-0. \ Mandatory credit: Allsport UK /Allsport
3.Nigeria 1994
NIgeria’s epic 2018 kit must have been in contention, but again it’s hard to argue with the call to opt for their ’94 strip instead.
June 25, 1994: Finidi George of Nigeria in action during the World Cup match against Argentina at Foxboro Stadium in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Argentina won the match 2-1. \ Mandatory Credit: Chris Cole/Allsport
Everything from the collar to the touch of black and white designs around it is just brilliant.
2. Soviet Union, 1990
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Soviet Union 1989-91 Home by Adidas
Extremely rare home jersey released for the 1990 World Cup but not worn in favor of another Adidas design.
Coming down tomorrow! pic.twitter.com/UNl051rrwE
— Classic Football Shirts (@classicshirts) June 3, 2021
Just look at it! We were given a true work of genius when the Soviet Union appeared in 1990. The brick red shirt brushed with white is absolutely gorgeous and well deserving of its high status on this list.
Unfortunately, and almost criminally, it was never used in the tournament.
1. Brazil, 2002
Foot : 1/2 Final Brazil – Turkey, World Cup 2002 /Joie, Ronaldo, Vreugde, Celebration /Turquie, Turkije, Brazilie, Bresil /Copyright Corbis, (Photo by Tim De Waele/Getty Images)
The Brazilian made light work of the World Cup in 2002 and looked good doing it.
Who could forget Ronaldo Nazario’s site breaking it in this iconic yellow belt?
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