FIFA Selling 2026 World Cup Final Pitch Grass
- World Cup Collectible: FIFA is offering an unexpected official collectible for the 2026 World Cup, allowing fans to purchase preserved fragments of the actual pitch from the final match at MetLife Stadium.
- Product Details and Pricing: Dubbed the 'Piece of the Pitch' collection, these turf memorabilia are encased in acrylic and resin displays, with the entry-level Foundation Edition priced at a steep $450 and higher tiers costing thousands.
- Fan Criticism and Availability: The expensive merchandise has quickly sparked criticism on social media, with many fans labeling it as a blatant cash grab, and it's available for purchase via the official FIFA store with shipping restricted to the US, UK, and Europe.
FIFA has launched an unexpected official collectible for the 2026 World Cup, offering fans the chance to purchase preserved pieces of the actual pitch from the final at MetLife Stadium. Dubbed the "Piece of the Pitch" collection, these small fragments of real turf will be harvested directly from the field following the tournament's conclusion on July 19.
"Piece of the Pitch" 2026 World Cup Grass Collectibles
The turf memorabilia is encased in acrylic and resin displays, with the entry-level Foundation Edition priced at a steep $450. Higher-tier versions of the display are set to cost several thousand dollars. Each physical piece comes with a certificate of authenticity and a USB keepsake. The announcement has quickly sparked criticism on social media, with many fans labeling the expensive merchandise as a blatant cash grab amidst already astronomical ticket prices for the tournament.
The collectibles are currently available for purchase through the official FIFA store for 390 euros, though shipping is restricted to addresses within the US, UK, and Europe. Deliveries are scheduled to begin shortly after the final match takes place, ensuring the grass is genuinely sourced from the 2026 World Cup's ultimate showdown