Belgium’s Magritte Jerseys Shock the World | Art News

Art News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Belgium’s World Cup run just got a surreal upgrade—literally. After crushing the U.S. 4-1 to secure a quarterfinal spot, they stunned fans with away jerseys inspired by René Magritte’s 1931 masterpiece “Voice of Space,” featuring floating pink and blue spheres that eerily resemble soccer balls. But the real art twist? The back reads “Ceci n’est pas un maillot”—a direct nod to Magritte’s iconic “The Treachery of Images,” playing with perception and reality. It’s a bold fusion of sports and surrealism, proving culture and competition aren’t just neighbors—they’re collaborators. Listen in…