Team Russia reveals new kit for FIFA World Cup 2018

Nov 05 2017

Russia Beyond

The official emblem of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia installed in Pirogovskaya Embankment.

Alexander Demianchuk / TASS

Angry deputy slams shirt, saying the design resembles former Soviet kit.

The World Cup 2018 is not far away and no matter how well the Russian team does, the players are sure to look the part in their recently revealed new kit.

Готовы к выходу на главную сцену. Наша домашняя форма на домашний Чемпионат мира по футболу FIFA 2018 от @adidasfootball #ясоздаю pic.twitter.com/y6IxFJMQjR
— Сборная России (@TeamRussia) November 4, 2017

Design by Adidas, the shirt is red with white stripes and the national emblem on the chest.

“Ready for the main stage. Our uniform for home games at the FIFA World Cup 2018 by @adidasfootball,” said the team’s Twitter account.

Not everyone appreciates the new resign though. One deputy expressed outrage at the colors of the new uniform, claiming it resembles the shirts once worn by Soviet players.

If using any of Russia Beyond's content, partly or in full, always provide an active hyperlink to the original material.

world cup 2018 fifa