For the first time in World Cup history, championship rings will be awarded to the winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup North America.
However, controversy has arisen as it has been announced that these rings will also be sold to fans at a high price.
While championship rings are a well-established tradition in North American sports, this is the first time such an item will be awarded in the World Cup.
The rings will be custom-made to reflect the identity of the winning team and will be delivered at a later date.
A total of 2,026 rings will be produced to match the year of the tournament. Of these, 30 will be given to the winning team, while the remaining 1,996 will be sold to fans.
The price is estimated to reach up to 150,000 dollars, or approximately 240 million won in Korean currency.
FIFA explained that "fans can also own a unique piece of 2026 World Cup history," but some are criticizing the move, calling it a "money-grabbing" World Cup.
FIFA has faced criticism throughout the tournament for setting high prices for tickets, stadium food, and merchandise.
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