Wave Your Flag: Readers share their FIFA World Cup 2026 photos

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Wave Your Flag: Readers share their FIFA World Cup 2026 photos
Barbara Cossenzo / Gulf News Reader

Brazil, Morocco, Portugal, Argentina, Curaçao, Egypt, Spain — which flag are you waving for the FIFA World Cup 2026?

We want to celebrate moments of community, fun and good times with Wave Your Flag. We're asking everyone to share photos and videos while you're supporting your favourite FIFA World Cup football teams.

Submit your photos here, and then look for the submissions below and on social media.

“My daughter and I are passionate supporters of the Brazil team. She is a huge Neymar fan. I am supporting Brazil since 1990."

“I am living in Dubai. I am from Bangladesh, but I support Argentina always.”

“Argentina fan Sebastian George in Abu Dhabi.”

"Team Curaçao all the way from Dubai!"

"We are celebrating NORWAY here in Al Nakheel Villas, Al Sufouh! Bobby, Torben, Harry and Otto!"

"After seeing football fever take over social media, we thought — why not bring the World Cup spirit into the office in our own way?...Team spirit unlocked — 'Same office, different teams, one big vibe.'”

"On June 18, we celebrated a World Cup party at our company Schueco, Dafza, Dubai."

"This is me wearing my Argentina jersey. The photo was taken here in my home in Dubai. After Mexico, I supported Argentina team."

"Brazilian little squad! Pedro, Joao, Bento and Bia supporting their country!"

"This is our Brasilian community in Al Ain. Everyone in Andre and Elis’s house watching Brazil x Haiti."

"Brazilian women Elis, Barbara, Dhara, Kellen, Deisi, Evelyn, Amanda, Rafa and Anna cheering for Brazil in Al Ain during the June 24 match."

"My family and I at a party in the Dubai desert, proudly supporting the Mexican National Team. ¡Vamos México!"

"Photo captured during a tandem skydive at Skydive Dubai, Palm Drop Zone, Dubai, on June 22, 2026 (match day). I'm wearing the Argentina national team jersey to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026 and to show my support for Argentina from 13,000 feet above the city."

"Rounak of Grade 11 supports CR7. He was delighted when Ronaldo scored."

“Forca Portugal! Watching the squad dominate from the Radisson Blu Hotel Abu Dhabi!"

"My kids Amal, Kadeeja, and Maryam Shareef are soaking up the World Cup spirit, proudly wearing the jerseys of their favourite football stars!"

"Kaashvi aged 9 years supports Brazil and was well prepared before the Brazil and Scotland match with Brazil winning with three goals."

"My son's birthday was June 24, the same day as Messi. He is big fan of Messi we support Argentina for a long time."

"Benicio and Benjamin cheering on our beloved Argentina at home! The World Champions are here!"

"Brazil vs Morocco, 14 June in Al Ajman."

"June 29 in Sharjah"

"Kinza Hareem Azizi at Deira International School in Dubai."

"Name: Jaynika Sunil Nair's birthday celebration with an Argentina and Messi on June 28 at Ecos Dubai Hotel Al Furjan Dubai."

"Siddhi is my name. The photo is from my nursery at Maple Bear on June 29 during a sports activity."

"Saudi Arabia fan! Saudi against Uruguay"

"Alana cheering for Portugal."

"I’m an Argentina fan. I love Messi."

"Who will take the trophy? We are the team of Portugal and Argentina. Lets go."

"Brazil vs Japan. Football is more than a sport—it's an emotion that unites millions. Let’s go, Seleção! Forca Brazil. Roshan D'mello, Shalini D'mello, Lester Marchon, Vivienne, Jairzinho Sieiro and Jennifer Sieiro in Al Nahda on June 29, 2026."

"My children are excited with their first World Cup. Everyone in the UAE loves football! My kids included, they are all ready and set to cheer for their favourite team, Spain! Adam, Aryssa, Aleyna and Aidil from Nasma Residence Sharjah on June 29, 2026."

"Meet Ande (@furr.andes on Instagram), The UAE pup who’s been guessing and predicting the winners of every single match on his Instagram page, spreading the FIFA fever within his pup community and now almost reaching 1,000 followers!"

"I support Portugal for the FIFA World Cup 2026."

"This is my son’s picture. His name is Abaan Ahmed. He is 6 years old. He is pictured on July 3, 2026 at Al Mankhool, Dubai."

"My son is a CR7 fanboy, and this photo was taken on a Portugal match day, but the costumes he and his sister wore were edited on Instagram by their mother. He was so amazed to see this."

"Vamos Argentina!"

"I'm at Umm Al Quwain Creek waterfront park wearing the Spain National away jersey on June 30th."

"I am sharing this special moment involving my daughter, Zahra Firoz. She is 5 years old. Zahra is a huge fan of Lionel Messi. On Sunday, June 28, 2026, she danced in front of the Burj Khalifa to celebrate her love for Messi. It was a joyful and memorable moment for our family."

"Photo of my daughter Rachel Ligin. The picture was taken in Dubai. She is supporting Argentina."

"In Khalifa City."

"Hugo Boss the Maltese in Dubai - wearing the Brazil Jersey.
Our hearts have always belonged to Brazil, and they always will. Through every victory, every heartbreak, every comeback.
And for me, there has only ever been one football hero... Neymar Jr.
Maybe it's because Momma is a die-hard Neymar fan, but loving Brazil was never a choice-it became part of who I am.
Forever Brazil. Forever Neymar."

"Whiskey is ready for another Messi Masterclass."

"This is our dog, Ziggy, cheering on Portugal."

"Tiffany is rooting for ARGENTINA on June 11."

"Viva Portugal!"

"My dog and my dad are both huge Argentina fans. This photo was taken during Argentina vs Australia."

"Photo with my favourite team jersey, Argentina in Al Noud, Al Ain, UAE."

"Cyra Carolyn Benny in International City, Dubai on July 2, 2026."

"The photo is of my kids in a garden: the eldest boy Saud, the second one is Safa and the youngest one in the middle is Azlan. They are football freaks."

"Supporting Portugal. Ronaldo fan."

"Fatimah cheering for Ronaldo!"

"This photo and video taken at Emirates Golf Club on June 22 during the Argentina vs Austria match."

"Advaith Sriraman Grade 2 student steps out in true Brazilian colours, matching a vibrant yellow jersey with crisp athletic shorts and a football to support his favourite team, BRAZIL."

"At home cheering Portugal."

"Muhammad Alyan in Abu Dhabi."

"Portugal wining against Croatia, best game."

"Daveed cheers for Messi and Team Argentina. Vamos!"

"Elisangela’s house in Al Ain. Brazil v. Japan on June 29.
Aline, André, Augusto, Amanda, Alcides, Bárbara, Camila, Deley, Deisi, Elves, Elisangela, Eduardo, Evelyn, Felipe, Gabriela, Janielton, Kellen, Luiz, Lucas, Marco, Rafa, Stephanie."

"United by work, divided by teams. One office, many jerseys! Jersey day in our office on June 29, 2026."

"Mega Mall in Sharjah on July 3."

"Spain fans."

"Brother and sister Argentina fans, Viaan and Iraaya."

"Brazilian singer Midian Almeida, Soul Brazil Band and DJ Keké and Jardel Silva in Sunsetzinho at EventChic Ballroom, Al Qouz Dubai."

"My daughter is a fan of CR7."

"Brazil versus Norway.
Elis, André, Janielton, Kellen, Rafaela, Lucas, Alexandre, Luiz, Stephany, Eduardo, Miguel, Bárbara."

"Shivansh, 10.5 month old, in Dubai Investment Park 2."

"Rudransh, 10.5 months old, in Dubai Investment Park 2."

"Stephanie and Rayan supporting France."

"Ronaldo fans."

"MBAPPE fans."

"Portugal v. Spain." 

"I like Cristiano Ronaldo because he is a good person. He works very hard, never gives up,"

"Lamine Yamal fans."

"I am Kimaya and I support Messi."

"Supporting Argentina."

"The gang celebrating Spain's win."

"Our Brazilian dog: @morando_em_dubai."

"Floyd has his game face on."

"Snoop is ready for England to win."

"Ziggy still wearing his Portugal kit with honour."

"Toddy is still wearing his Brazil kit with honour and pride."

"Happy and Lucky are always FIFA ready."

"Bella is not impressed with the results."

"Sopas pulls off the Spanish jersey better than anyone."

"Benson says France is going to win."

"Ande is proud of Portugal."

"Bailey cheering on Brazil just like her daddy."

"Sugar and Archie are brothers who love FIFA."

"Bully-Boy will always be proud of Brazil."

"Heart says Argentina, soul says Messi: Amelia & Appa at Zabeel Park."

"This is my son’s and my dog’s (my daughter) first World Cup and we are supporting Argentina."

"Ollie wearing his Spain collar! ¡Vamos España!"

"Rio the golden in his Brazil shirt!"

"At home."

"Abbie was born in UAE, but Morocco is part of her heart."

"Charlie repping his favorite player for this final!"

"Match day? Don’t disturb Archie."

"The Best Ballkeeper - Whiskey - The Chocolate Boy."

"Kuma the chusky is No:1 pawfan of Brazil and Neymar."

"Celebrating Lucky's 9th birthday with an Argentina World Cup–themed party!"

"The photo was originally taken during the Dog Mom Club event held at Petzone, Kuwait on June 27, where all Dog Mom Club members dressed their dogs in celebration of the ongoing FIFA World Cup. Each dog’s outfit represented the country their owner was cheering for, and I dressed my puppy Mercedes in support of the Swiss National Team."

"Clicked at De Go Gym, Qusais for the Argentina vs Egypt Match."

"Imani is all excited to see Argentina lift the World Cup trophy again!"

"Nimbus at PetZone Um Suqeim enjoying the FIFA Festival of Fun."

"Nimbus & Fur Dad Drei."

"All pictures are in Dubai
During this World Cup
The dog on the chair is Rio
The black one is Bimba 
The one on the scooter is Bella"

"Hugo is ready for Argentina to win this.

July 2026

Dubai"

"Leo was not impressed with Cape Verde's result but he is proud of them.

July 2026

Dubai"

"Björn supporting Brazil team in Dubai"

"From Argentina to Dubai . My son lives there"

"7/7/2026 ready for match "

"Breaking News: Argentina’s Cutest New No. 10 Has Arrived! 🇦🇷🐾
07/07/2026,name is sushi ,Dubai(uae)"

"Mohammad Hassan share a excited moment with fifa world cup."

"Mohammed Zahan Shaas Proudly posing with a football and trophy in a Portugal jersey, celebrating the love of football. Photo taken on 15th July 2026 in Al Ain, UAE."

"Me and pet Zoe ready to support Spain for the WC finals."

"Dubai love messi"

"We are Argentina 🇦🇷 fans from Generations 
Wishing all the team best of luck.. Hope to see some good matches ..
Praying for the victory of GOAT.. Messi"

"Fan of Ronaldo"

"yesterday’s picture in support of Messi by 8 month baby ‘Jaza."

"Argentina’s Lucky Charm

Name: Celisious"

"Coco is supporting Argentina on 07-07-2026 round of 16 match with Egypt. This was taken in dubai."

"My dog Zuni, he is from México.. this foto was in the last Match México vs England, when unfortunately we lost :( but Zuni its so proud to be Mexican and he supported the team all the cup! 🥰"

"Asif and Sameera flew New Jersey to fulfill their kid's dream to see MBappe on 30June France match at FIFA 2026"

"Tail wagging and heart racing. Romeo’ is cheering all the way!"

💙 "Cheering for Argentina with all our hearts! Vamos! "Go Argentina! Vamos Albiceleste! 💙🤍"

"Celebrating twins birthday while supporting Spain"

"Cousins off to watch the historical Portugal Vs Spain!!"

"Karim a huge fan of Cristiano Ronaldo and cheers for Portugal in the World Cup"

"My Son Varad build FIFA World cup trophy which launched by Lego official (FIFA world cup edition)"

"zohan malik 
08/07/26
Qusais dubai"

" Name -Avyaan 
Uploaded -08/07/2026
Location -Abudhabi "

"Kids supporting France in the Match against Paraguay on the 5th of July."

"Ivana Maneesh, 4 year old girl - Ronaldo and Portugal fan cheering for his team always , very sad after Portugal out"

"This is photo and video of my son Advait Pandey cheering for football match"

"Birthday celebration in fifa theme, Abu Dhabi, 16-6-2026
Team Ronaldo, Team Neymar"

"We watch the match between Spain vs Portugal at Tylers Tavern. A pet friendly restobar. Furry can stay indoor too. My pug name “ Yoda the Pug “ it was last July 07."

"Ready for France 🇫🇷"

"Sheero supporting Norway with a hint of Haaland Obsession"

"Charlie rooting for the GOAT❤️🇦🇷"

"Aria at 11pm, waiting for the match to start. 

July 2026
Dubai"

"Lucy Lou is a rescue dog who got a second chance at a happy life in the UAE. Today, she’s the biggest fan of people and dogs, and last Sunday, she proudly became a huge supporter of Spain’s football team too! 🇪🇸🐾❤️"

"Our England Supporters Kiki Kiara and Dion!"

"Our little Three Lions supporters are match-ready as we cheer for England in the most-awaited showdown against Argentina! 💙🤍❤️

Paws crossed for a big win! Come on, England!"

"Football craze kids"

"Michael Davidson and Chloe Beth proudly stand behind Lionel Messi as he competes on football's biggest stage. Wearing Argentina's colors with pride, they cheer for Messi's passion, leadership, and incredible talent, hoping to see him lift the World Cup trophy once again."

"Hamza is Celebrating Messi with his signature pose in Sharjah"

"Hi I am Asad… I love to play football… My favourite player is Ronaldo suuuuu"

"My cat, Mochi, supporting Argentina. What a roller coaster game it was last night!"

"I am Kimaya, I support Argentina, I am a Messi fan
8/7/26
Location:Home"

"Ayzal supporting France from Alain 08-07-26"

"Whiskey & Sky supporting France last night! Allez Les Bleus forever 💙🇫🇷"

"Whiskey with her France scarf! Allez Les Bleus forever 💙🇫🇷"

"Enjoying the Messi vibe in Dubai"

"Being Moroccan fan, we are gearing up for Moroccan match with France Al hamdu lillah our baby boy is also a football fan Ma Sha Allah. We got our 23 months old boy's dress and our dress Al hamdu lillah. This picture and video has been taken at our home, Al Nahda Al hamdu lillah on the 9th of July 26."

"Christiano Ronaldo fan in Dubai"

"This is a video of a young girl named Savera from Sharjah, recorded on 9 July 2026. She is a huge Argentina fan."

"The children are wearing their teams jerseys as they wait for the matches in Dubai. Starting from left to right their names are Omar, owais, arham, and Mariam. They are big football fans simce growing up. They hope their picture makes it to the wave your flag posts! Thank you"

"From left to right their names are: Omar, owais, arham, and Mariam. They are excited in their team jerseys waiting for the match in Dubai. We are hoping and excited to see their pictures in the wave your flag post. They’ve been fans of football ever since we can remember! Thank you."

"Karim is huge fan of Cristiano Ronaldo and he cheers up for Portugal in the World Cup."

"Mushroom and Deigo at Zoomies doggy daycare world pup cup on the 8th of July"

"This is Leo, he is a chow chow and Shiba Inu mix and he supports Spain. The photo was taken at the 25 hour hotel when Spain were playing against KSA. His Instagram handle is @officialleoboi"

"My daughter Zaina has a passion for football and she is part of her school football team also. This is at Adidas store at Dubai mall."

"His name is Marwin
From Dubai"

"Puttu Cat supporting Brazil!"

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