Colombia’s Yellow World Cup Jersey, Once a Symbol of Unity, Becomes a Political Statement NYT | Top Stories Luis Ferré-Sadurní and Annie Correal 4 June 2026 at 17:03 A presidential candidate endorsed by President Trump has been accused by some Colombians of co-opting their beloved national team’s yellow soccer jersey. © Federico Rios for The New York TimesSupporters of Abelardo De La Espriella wearing national soccer jerseys at a rally in Medellín on May 24.
Colombia Presidential Election Heads to a Runoff NYT | Top Stories Annie Correal, Genevieve Glatsky and Luis Ferré-Sadurní 1 June 2026 at 20:46 The candidate, Abelardo de la Espriella, will face a senator from the left-wing party of the outgoing president, Gustavo Petro, in a June runoff. © Sergio Acero/ReutersPresidential candidate Abelardo De La Espriella addressing supporters in Barranquilla, Colombia, on Sunday.