Archive · 11 Jan 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 Trophy Arrives in India
The FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy arrived in India on January 10, 2024, as part of its global tour.
It was unveiled in New Delhi by FIFA ambassador Gilberto Silva, with Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey in attendance.
The trophy will stay in Delhi for two days before moving to Guwahati.
This event is part of the FIFA Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, aiming to excite fans and inspire young players.
The trophy, made of 18-carat solid gold and weighing 6.175 kg, features two human figures holding the globe above them.
The tour is not just about celebration but also about inspiring the next generation of football players in India.
The 2026 World Cup will be co-hosted by Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
The trophy tour will visit 30 countries across 75 stops and over 150 tour days, offering fans an incredible opportunity to experience the thrill and connection of football.
Coca-Cola has also integrated its #MaidaanSaaf initiative into the Trophy Tour to support responsible waste management practices at large public events.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy arrived in India on January 10, 2024, as part of its global tour.
The trophy was unveiled in New Delhi by FIFA ambassador Gilberto Silva, with Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey in attendance.
The trophy will remain in Delhi for two days before moving to Guwahati.
The event is part of the FIFA Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, aiming to build excitement for the 2026 World Cup.
The 2026 World Cup will be co-hosted by Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
- Who
- FIFA ambassador Gilberto Silva, Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey, Boria Majumdar, Coca-Cola leadership
- What
- Unveiling of the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy
- When
- January 10, 2024
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- Why
- To build excitement for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and inspire Indian football enthusiasts
- Event Date
- January 10, 2024
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Unveiling By
- FIFA ambassador Gilberto Silva
- Attendees
- Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey, Boria Majumdar, Coca-Cola leadership
- Trophy Tour
- Part of the FIFA Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola
- Next Stop
- Guwahati, India
- Host Countries 2026
- Canada, United States, Mexico
- Trophy Material
- 18-carat solid gold
- Trophy Weight
- 6.175 kg
- Trophy Design
- Two human figures holding the globe above them, design dates back to 1974
- Tour Stops
- 30 FIFA Member Associations (countries) across 75 stops and over 150 tour days
- Coca-Cola Initiative
- #MaidaanSaaf initiative for waste management
Sources
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