FIFA will award championship rings to the winning team of the 2026 World Cup, marking the first time the tournament adopts a tradition common in American professional sports.
A limited run of 2,026 rings is being produced; thirty will be presented to the victorious squad, while the remaining pieces are slated for public sale as officially licensed memorabilia.
Each ring features the World Cup trophy on one side and a customized design reflecting the champion’s national identity on the other, with individual numbering, custom fitting, and a certificate of authenticity.
Immediately after the final, the team captain and head coach will receive temporary rings, which will later be replaced by the finalized, personalized versions.
In addition to rings, FIFA is offering fragments of the final‑match pitch preserved in acrylic cases that include a USB keepsake and authenticity documentation.
The display cubes measure 17.5 cm on each side and are priced at approximately £335, providing collectors with a tangible piece of the tournament’s playing surface.
A premium “hero edition” expands the offering to include a crystal‑cut replica trophy, a gold‑etched metal ticket, a certificate of authenticity, and a miniature replica of the official match ball, retailing for around £2,240.
Local officials in New Jersey have condemned the sale, noting that state taxpayers funded a $13 million upgrade of the stadium, including the installation of natural grass for the event.
The state’s sports authority, which holds the land lease, argues that the pitch is state‑owned property and that any disposal must comply with regulations governing surplus assets, urging legal action to halt the transaction.
