FIFA World Cup 2026: Trophy Remains 18K Gold, Medal Composit
FIFA World Cup 2026: Trophy Remains 18K Gold, Medal Composition Still Undisclosed
July 2026 | Sports News
As excitement builds around the FIFA World Cup 2026, football fans continue to ask an important question: Are the FIFA World Cup trophy and medals made of pure gold and silver?
According to the official information available, the FIFA World Cup Trophy remains unchanged for the 2026 tournament. The iconic trophy is crafted from 18-karat gold (75% pure gold), not 24-karat pure gold. It weighs approximately 6.175 kilograms, contains about 5 kilograms of 18K gold, and features a distinctive malachite base. The trophy is also hollow inside, making it lighter while preserving its iconic appearance.
As in previous tournaments, the original FIFA World Cup Trophy will remain the property of FIFA. The champions will lift the original trophy during the victory ceremony but will receive an official replica for permanent possession.
The composition of the FIFA World Cup 2026 medals, however, has not been officially disclosed by FIFA. While gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded to the top three teams, FIFA has not confirmed whether the gold medals are solid gold, gold-plated, or made from another alloy. Likewise, the exact composition of the silver and bronze medals has not been announced.
A major addition to the 2026 tournament is the introduction of Championship Rings. For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the winning players will receive personalized championship rings alongside the trophy and medals, following a tradition commonly seen in North American professional sports.
Key Facts
* Trophy: 18-karat (75% pure) gold
* Weight: Approximately 6.175 kg
* Base: Green malachite stone
* Original Trophy: Remains with FIFA; champions receive an official replica
* 2026 Medals: Official metal composition not yet announced
* New in 2026: Championship Rings awarded to the winning team
Until FIFA publishes official technical specifications for the medals, any claims that the 2026 gold medals are made of 100% pure gold or the silver medals are 100% pure silver should be treated as unverified.
Comments
Puregold is 24 carat.