The World Cup always gives fans a chance to be passionate on the field. There are endless debates about team selection, shocking results, overnight heroes and of course all the indelible displays of athleticism.
But the style side of things is just as entertaining. Every tournament produces some unexpected menswear moments, and the 2026 edition has already delivered its fair share. From Australia’s fuzzy ‘staches to the Netherlands’ eye-watering orange kits, here are gqFavorite style moments from the World Cup (so far).
DR Congo comes in style
Le Guardian de But de la RD Congo, Mathieu Apollo. © FECOFA
Watching your national team reach its first World Cup since 1974 is a top-notch feeling – especially when they actually walk off the plane in advanced tailoring. Designed by Congo-born, French-born menswear designer Alvin Junior Mak, DR Congo’s Arrival suit is a tribute to the leopards who deserve over 50 years First. In themselves, the suits are a classic take on the double-breasted silhouette. Add bright leopard brooches and animal-print harnesses, however, and you’ve got one of the best-dressed teams at the World Cup.
Erling Haaland’s extremely rare Birkin bag
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