The winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will make history by receiving bespoke championship rings in addition to the famous FIFA World Cup Trophy and gold medals
FIFA announced that the new tradition will debut after the World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, at New York New Jersey Stadium, where the next world champions will be crowned.
It marks the first time in FIFA competition history that the winning team will be presented with championship rings, bringing a long-standing tradition in American sports to football’s biggest tournament.
The rings are part of a limited collection of 2,026 individually numbered pieces created to commemorate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Only 30 rings will be reserved for members of the title-winning team, while the remaining 1,996 will be made available worldwide as Official Licensed Products for fans.
Each ring will feature the iconic FIFA World Cup Trophy on one side, while the other side will be customised with the identity of the champion nation. Every ring will also be individually numbered, custom-fitted and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
FIFA said the presentation will take place in two phases. Immediately after the final whistle, the winning team’s captain and head coach will receive temporary championship rings during the on-field celebrations.
The permanent rings for all 30 recipients will then be custom-made to ensure a perfect fit before being presented at a later ceremony, serving as a lasting symbol of their World Cup triumph.
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