07-07-2020 07:00 via theguardian.com

Replace or reclaim: progressive Brazil divided on fate of famous yellow shirts

Adoption of football jersey by Jair Bolsonaro’s radical right has inspired a campaign for new coloursIt is the most recognisable symbol of Brazilian identity: the iconic canary yellow jersey in which footballing giants such as Pelé and Rivaldo have helped the nation win a record five World Cups.But the world-famous shirt has also become the emblem of President Jair Bolsonaro’s radical right, and a group of sport lovers are now demanding it be abolished and replaced with a less
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