World Cup 2026: FIFA sells stadium turf pieces for up to $2,585

FIFA is capitalizing on the 2026 World Cup by selling pieces of the turf from the MetLife Stadium, the venue for the tournament's final match. This initiative offers fans a unique collectible, allowing them to own a piece of football history.

The official FIFA store is offering authentic turf fragments, each preserved in an acrylic case engraved with the World Cup logo, match location, date, and final score. These items also come with a souvenir USB drive containing an authenticity video and are presented in a special 2026 World Cup-branded box.

Prices for these collector's items range from $390 (390 euros) for a small square measuring 6.35 cm per side, up to $2,585 for a premium "Hero" package. The "Hero" package includes a larger turf piece (7.62 cm per side), a golden metal souvenir ticket, a miniature replica of the final match ball, and a crystal World Cup trophy.

These collector's items are being produced by the British company Keep Stub and are offered in a limited edition of 2,026 sets. Sales are restricted to residents of the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. FIFA anticipates potential revenue exceeding $11.2 million if all available pieces are sold. This practice of selling fragments from iconic sports venues has become increasingly common, particularly in the United States.