History could repeat itself in blue. Just days before Argentina's highly anticipated World Cup 2026 semifinal against England, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) has officially requested FIFA's approval for the national team to wear its alternate blue jersey in Atlanta.

FIFA is expected to announce its decision on Tuesday, but the request has already sparked excitement among Argentine supporters. Beyond tournament regulations, the move is deeply connected to one of the country's most cherished football superstitions: the blue shirt worn during the legendary 2-1 victory over England in the quarterfinals of the 1986 World Cup.

That unforgettable match featured Diego Maradona's two iconic goals, including the famous "Hand of God" and the breathtaking "Goal of the Century," forever cementing the blue jersey as a symbol of Argentine football history.

Argentina has already worn the alternate kit once during this tournament against Jordan, and now hopes to do so again in one of the biggest matches of the competition. While the jersey itself cannot determine the outcome, many fans believe it carries the magic of one of the nation's greatest sporting triumphs.

Whether wearing blue or the traditional stripes, Argentina's mission remains the same: defeat England once more and secure a place in another World Cup final.

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