With the FIFA 2026 World Cup just weeks away, the countdown to the opening match between Mexico and South Africa has officially begun. While fans prepare their kits and brackets, LEGO enthusiasts have a unique way to join the celebrations: constructing their own piece of tournament history.
The Official Emblem Set
The LEGO FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Emblem, priced at £19.99, is a sleek, officially licensed set that transforms the beautiful game into a desk-ready display. The build captures the vibrant '26' branding with a clever semi-3D version of the iconic trophy, finished with an authentic FIFA-printed tile. Designed for builders aged 10 and up, the 298-piece set is approachable for newcomers yet remains a sophisticated memorabilia piece. The LEGO Builder app offers a step-by-step 3D progress tracker for those who prefer a digital guide.
Player Highlights Sets
Lionel Messi - Football Highlights - £24.99
This 500-piece set pays tribute to Lionel Messi and his national side, Argentina. It features a replica of his iconic shirt number 10 and includes a Lionel Messi minifigure. The completed display is packed with Easter eggs celebrating his career and is suitable for ages 10 and above.
Kylian Mbappé – Football Highlights - £24.99
Fans of Kylian Mbappé can honour his career with this 490-piece construction set, recommended for ages 10 and above. The set builds a display shaped like the player's initials, featuring his squad number 10 and a collectable plaque with his signature and career statistics. Once fully built, the model measures approximately 13cm high, 24cm wide, and 15cm deep.
Vini Jr. - Football Highlights - £24.99
This 471-piece set showcases a vibrant 'V' in the colours of the Brazilian national team: yellow, green, and blue. It includes a Vini Jr. minifigure and numerous Easter eggs, including his iconic number 7 shirt. The finished model measures 14cm high, 23cm wide, and 12cm deep.
Cristiano Ronaldo - Football Highlights - £24.99
This 490-piece set features the iconic Portuguese national team colours alongside a decorated 'R' paying tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo. It incorporates his CR7 branding, a collectable plaque, and a Ronaldo minifigure dressed in his Portugal kit, complete with various Easter eggs celebrating his illustrious career. The set measures approximately 11cm high, 21cm wide, and 17cm deep.
The Trophy Replica
The LEGO FIFA World Cup Official Trophy is a substantial 592-piece set that lets builders create their own 3D replica of the iconic trophy. Priced at £159.99, it boasts a metallic gold finish with a distinctive spiral silhouette, resting on a black base with a decorative nameplate displaying the official FIFA World Cup logo. Note that LEGO recommends this set for ages 18 and above, making the emblem set a better fit for younger builders.
Other Football-Themed Options
For a different club-focused challenge, Sports Direct offers football-themed construction toys starting from £3. Manchester United fans can recreate the Theatre of Dreams with the Georgie Porgy 3D Old Trafford Stadium Kit (£17.99), a simple 138-piece project perfect for a rainy pre-match afternoon.
