Overview
- FIFA announced on Thursday that the winners of Sunday’s final between Spain and Argentina will receive the first official FIFA World Cup championship rings in addition to the trophy and medals.
- The program will produce 2,026 individually numbered rings, of which 30 will be custom-fitted for the victorious team and 1,996 will be sold to fans as officially licensed merchandise.
- FIFA will present temporary rings to the winning team’s captain and head coach immediately after the match, with the 30 permanent rings to be customised, sized and delivered at a later ceremony.
- The design features the World Cup trophy on one side and a nation-specific motif on the other, each ring carrying a serial number and certificate of authenticity.
- The decision has drawn public backlash accusing FIFA of importing North American sports showmanship into football, a debate that has grown louder as President Trump is confirmed to attend and may join the final presentation at MetLife Stadium.