Fans will soon have the chance to own a piece of World Cup history after FIFA announced it will sell authenticated fragments of the natural grass pitch used in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The collectibles, marketed as the "2026 FIFA World Cup Piece of the Pitch," feature genuine sections of the championship field permanently preserved in premium acrylic displays. FIFA says each item includes authentication features and is designed as a lasting keepsake from one of soccer's biggest events.
"Own a genuine piece of football history with an authentic 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Piece of the Pitch, permanently preserved in a premium acrylic with a USB keepsake," FIFA says in the product description on its official online store.
"Each piece contains an original fragment of the iconic Final playing surface, making it a unique collectible that celebrates one of the world's greatest sporting events."
The entry-level Foundation Edition is priced at $450, while higher-end versions range into the thousands of dollars. The premium Hero Edition, which sells for as much as $3,000, includes a larger section of the pitch along with exclusive memorabilia such as a gold-etched commemorative ticket, a miniature World Cup ball and other display items.
