Panini has kicked off the excitement for the World Cup with its stunning sticker album, and Flashscore got an exclusive look thanks to a copy provided by Panini Spain. The 2026 World Cup, hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States, is just around the corner—from June 11 to July 19, 48 national teams from across the globe will vie for glory, just as Argentina did for the third time in Qatar 2022.
Although the action starts in about a month, several parallel events are already heating up the most important tournament in football. One of these is the highly anticipated launch of the official World Cup sticker album, produced by the Italian company Panini. Thanks to the publisher, Flashscore has obtained a copy to analyze every detail of the special FIFA 2026 World Cup collection. After a thorough review, we can confirm it looks spectacular.
**Compact but Handy Format**
One of the first things you’ll notice is that the album is much smaller than, for example, the LaLiga EA Sports album, which features 20 teams compared to this one’s 48. However, the stickers here are nearly half the size. This doesn’t detract from the vibrant design, which includes a full double-page calendar and space for historical records—such as the player with goals in the most editions (Cristiano Ronaldo, 5), the team with the most trophies (Brazil, 5), and the first woman to referee a match in the tournament (Stéphanie Frappart, 1/12/2022).
**Sticker Design**
The smaller size is mainly due to the compact sticker format. Instead of typical action shots, each sticker features a bust portrait of each player expected to be called up by their national coaches, including details like the player’s name, club, country, date of birth, height, and weight.
**A Massive Collection**
What does it take to complete the album? According to Panini, each national team has 18 players, an official crest, and a starting XI photo. Combined with 20 special stickers dedicated to the event and World Cup history, that totals nearly 1,000 stickers—980 to be exact. With each pack costing €1.50 and containing seven stickers, completing the collection can be a significant expense, though trades can help reduce costs. Given that this tournament only happens every four years, it’s well worth the effort.
**Extra Stickers and Special Collaborations**
Panini also notes that for every 100 packs, you can find an “Extra Sticker” featuring the biggest stars of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, Canada, and the USA. These are likely to become the most sought-after over time. Additionally, the album includes a special collaboration with Coca-Cola, one of the tournament’s major sponsors, featuring 12 stickers of stars like Lamine Yamal (Spain), Harry Kane (England), and Joshua Kimmich (Germany).
**Verdict**
In short, the 2026 World Cup sticker album is a must-have for any die-hard football fan. Among the highlights are its compact yet colorful design, the wealth of player and historical data, and the exclusive “Extra Stickers.” If you’re a collector or just love the sport, this album is a fantastic way to build anticipation for the biggest event in football.