The Colombia national football team commented on the use of their jersey in political activities. On June 18, the Colombia national team achieved an important victory by defeating Uzbekistan 0-1.

What happened?

The FCF started a campaign to clarify the misuse of the distinctive signs of the collective image of the Colombia national team and the FCF.

The Colombia national team jersey that will be used in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup has been used by Abelardo de la Espriella in political acts and in videos published on his social media.

Why is it important for the Colombia national team?

The FCF stated that it cannot limit the use of the Colombia national team jersey in non-commercial controversies because, as a private entity, it lacks the legal power to restrict a garment that any citizen can buy freely at authorized points by the official distributor.

DateMatchResult
2026-06-18Uzbekistan vs Colombia0-1

What's next for the Colombia national team?

The Colombia national team will face Congo DR on June 24 in a match that promises to be exciting.

The FCF has made public calls on its social media for its brands and distinctive signs not to be used for purposes other than sports, and asked to keep the Federation, the Selection, and its athletes and symbols out of political or electoral debates.