Replace or reclaim: progressive Brazil divided on fate of famous yellow shirts
by Tom Phillips in Rio de Janeiro from on (#55ERC)
Adoption of football jersey by Jair Bolsonaro's radical right has inspired a campaign for new colours
It is the most recognisable symbol of Brazilian identity: the iconic canary yellow jersey in which footballing giants such as Pele 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 partisan kit.
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