How Locs at the World Cup Are Changing Perceptions of Black Hair on the Global Stage The World Cup has long been a platform for showcasing athletic prowess, national pride, and self expression.
This year's tournament has seen a significant shift in hairstyles that challenges traditional notions of "professional" appearance on the pitch.
For decades, footballers' haircuts have been subject to scrutiny, with some players forced to conform to arbitrary standards of neatness or risk being ostracized by their peers.