Envision Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in the form of Lego characters? This fantasy has turned into reality for soccer enthusiasts, with the two superstars from Portugal and Argentina collaborating with the renowned toy brand in anticipation of the 2026 World Cup.
Capitalizing on the fervor surrounding football in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2026, LEGO has partnered with global icons Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Junior. This new collection allows fans to get closer to the game by transforming these stars into LEGO minifigures, each meticulously crafted to represent their unique personalities and on-field personas.
The collection includes sets that commemorate their respective journeys and playing styles, featuring hidden gems for fans to discover. Ranging from elaborate “Football Highlights” constructions to exclusive “Football Legends” sets centered on Ronaldo and Messi, this collection provides fans with the opportunity to construct, display, and uniquely celebrate the beautiful game.
Each set is built on a letter-shaped base, incorporating colors inspired by the players’ national teams, along with their jersey numbers and a special collector’s plaque. Accompanied by a LEGO minifigure of each player, the sets bring these iconic moments to life. Ronaldo expressed his excitement about the collaboration, stating, “It’s a unique experience to be immortalized as a LEGO set!”
In addition, a captivating advertisement has already hinted at the fierce competition between the teams and star players.
This collaboration marks the second time that Messi and Ronaldo have united for a World Cup advertisement. <a href="https://www.indiatoday.in/sports/football/story/fifa-world-cup-2022-qatar-lionel-messi-cristiano-ronaldo-louis-vuitton-ad-2299594-2022-11-20" target="_blank