A curious sale
FIFA is offering small sections of the turf that will be used for the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, packaging each piece in acrylic and including a USB‑enabled keepsake, and selling them for $450 apiece. The units are described as roughly 17.5 by 17.5 by 17.5, though the exact measurement system has not been clarified.
The company behind the sale has not responded to inquiries seeking precise dimensions, leaving collectors to interpret the size from the limited specifications provided. Shipping will be available to both the United States and Europe once the final has concluded.
Critics have pointed to the quality of the playing surface at MetLife Stadium, which typically relies on an artificial field for National Football League games, as a potential concern for the authenticity of the memorabilia.
Ticket prices soar
Ticket prices for the championship match are also steep, with standard seats reaching up to $32,970 and premium hospitality packages priced at $34,500 and $32,500, each bundling food and beverages.
The offering has drawn attention from brands associated with the venue, including the New York Giants and the New York Jets, who share the stadium as their home field.
While the price may seem high for a piece of grass, the combination of rarity, official FIFA branding and the prospect of a digital keepsake has sparked interest among collectors and sports enthusiasts alike.