Catch the FIFA World Cup Trophy in Canada this April-May. Stops include Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, and more—free tickets available.
The World Cup Trophy is Coming to Canada
Soccer fans, get ready! The iconic FIFA World Cup Trophy is hitting Canadian soil this spring, giving fans a rare chance to see the coveted prize up close before the summer tournament kicks off.
The 75-stop FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, which began January 3 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will visit seven Canadian cities from April 9 to May 26. Stops include Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Montreal, Halifax, Ottawa, and Toronto.
This tour is a prelude to the 48-team World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, running from June 11 to July 19.
A Trophy With a Storied Past
The current World Cup Trophy has a fascinating history. First awarded in 1974, it replaced the Jules Rimet Trophy, which was permanently awarded to Brazil after their third World Cup win in 1970.
Italian sculptor Silvio Gazzaniga designed the new trophy, selected from 53 entries. Crafted from 18-karat solid gold, it stands 14.5 inches tall, weighs 13.6 pounds, and rests on a base featuring two bands of green malachite. The trophy has been restored multiple times, including a fresh layer of gold plating after its last major restoration in 2006.
While past winners could briefly keep the trophy, FIFA now only presents it during the official ceremony. The victorious country receives an exact replica to keep forever. The base of the trophy proudly displays the names of all World Cup champions since 1974.
Meet the Trophy in Person
Fans eager to see the trophy can register for free tickets starting Thursday at 10 a.m. ET through Coca-Cola, the official sponsor of the tour, at www.coca-cola.com/ca/en.
Tour Dates in Canada:
April 9–11: Vancouver
April 12: Calgary
April 13: Winnipeg
May 22: Montreal
May 23: Halifax
May 24: Ottawa
May 25–26: Toronto
This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for Canadians to get up close to one of sports’ most famous trophies, so make sure you don’t miss out.
