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FIFA World Cup 2026 Trophy Lands in India for Historic Three-Day Tour

The FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy has arrived in India, unveiled by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and former Brazilian footballer Gilberto D'silva. The iconic silverware will be on a three-day tour, spending two days in Delhi and one day in Guwahati, allowing fans a close look. This tour is part of FIFA's global engagement efforts ahead of the 2026 edition, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The 2026 tournament will feature a new format with 48 teams competing in 12 groups.

Key Points: FIFA World Cup 2026 Trophy Tour Begins in India

  • Trophy unveiled in Delhi
  • Three-day tour across India
  • 2026 features 48 teams
  • New group stage format
  • Hosted by US, Canada, Mexico
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FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy arrives in India; Mansukh Mandaviya, Gilberto D'silva unveil trophy

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveils the FIFA World Cup trophy in Delhi, kicking off a three-day tour across India ahead of the 2026 tournament.

"giving football fans a rare opportunity to witness the iconic silverware up close - FIFA"

New Delhi, January 10

Union Minister for Sports Mansukh Mandaviya, along with former Brazilian footballer Gilberto D'silva, on Saturday unveiled the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy as it began its three-day tour of India.

The unveiling ceremony marked the start of the prestigious trophy's journey across the country, giving football fans a rare opportunity to witness the iconic silverware up close.

As part of the tour, the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy will remain in Delhi for two days. The trophy will then be taken to Guwahati for one day, extending the celebrations to the northeastern region of the country.

The three-day India tour reflects FIFA's efforts to expand the reach of the World Cup and engage with football-loving nations ahead of the 2026 edition, which will be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The FIFA World Cup is set to kick off on June 11, with Mexico facing South Africa in Group A at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage was finally mapped out after a glittering Final Draw ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts in Washington DC.

The 2026 World Cup will feature a new format, with 48 participating teams for the first time, divided into 12 groups of four. The top two teams from each section and the eight best third-place teams from each group will advance to the round of 32.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's wonderful to see FIFA engaging with countries like India. The new 48-team format might finally give more Asian nations a real shot. Fingers crossed for the future!
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Vikram M
Great initiative, but I wish our own football infrastructure got this level of attention and investment. We celebrate the trophy visit, but when will we see the Indian team qualify? That should be the real goal. The government needs to focus on grassroots development.
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Priya S
So exciting! 🥳 Planning to take my son to see it in Delhi. He's football crazy. Gilberto D'silva being there is the cherry on top! Hope the queues aren't too long.
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Rohit P
Only 3 days and just two cities? Bhai, this is India! Should have taken it to Kolkata, Kerala, Goa... the real football hubs. Delhi and Guwahati are good starts, but missed opportunity to tour more.
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Kavya N
The 2026 World Cup is going to be massive with 48 teams. Maybe, just maybe, with the right planning, India can aim for 2034? A girl can dream! For now, thrilled to see the trophy here.

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