FIFA Adds Special World Cup Badge for First-Time Players

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FIFA Adds Special World Cup Badge for First-Time Players

FIFA will introduce a special “Debut” shirt badge for players appearing at their first World Cup, according to ESPN. The feature is designed to spotlight football’s next generation of stars, with names like Lamine Yamal among potential first-timers. The badge will mark debutants during the 2026 tournament and add a new visual storyline for fans.

By Nischay Rathore

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