LEGO installed a massive replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy in New York City on June 3, 2026 [1], [2].
The installation serves as a celebration for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup and concludes a tour of the trophy replica across the U.S. [2], [3].
The structure stands 8.2 meters tall and was constructed using 1.36 million LEGO bricks [1]. This project required 7,000 hours of work from a team of 56 workers [1]. The replica was manufactured in the Czech Republic [1].
Reports differ on the exact location of the display. One source said the site was Rockefeller Plaza in Manhattan [1], while another said it was displayed at the American Museum of Natural History [2].
Local officials were involved in the event. According to one report, Mayor Zohran Mamdani received the trophy as part of the proceedings [3].
“The structure stands 8.2 meters tall and was constructed using 1.36 million LEGO bricks.”
The scale of the installation reflects the commercial and cultural momentum building toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup. By utilizing a globally recognized brand like LEGO for a public spectacle in New York City, organizers are leveraging high-visibility landmarks to generate anticipation for the tournament's arrival in North America.
