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FIFA Bars Egypt Stars, Uruguayan Exception, Puma Adjusts Jerseys

6/14/2026

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FIFA ordered Egypt to remove the seven Africa Cup of Nations stars from its jerseys.
EFA media officer Mohamed Morad Thabet said FIFA said stars may appear only for World Cup wins.
Uruguay remains the only nation permitted to keep stars for Olympic gold medals as well as World Cup titles.
Puma changed the jersey numbers from gold to white after FIFA requested clearer visibility.

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FIFA ordered Egypt to remove the seven Africa Cup of Nations stars from its jerseys.
EFA media officer Mohamed Morad Thabet said FIFA said stars may appear only for World Cup wins.
Uruguay remains the only nation permitted to keep stars for Olympic gold medals as well as World Cup titles.
Puma changed the jersey numbers from gold to white after FIFA requested clearer visibility.