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World Cup debutants will wear special patches during 2026 tournament

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:50 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

World Cup debutants will wear special patches during 2026 tournament
Summary

During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, players making their debut will wear a unique FIFA World Cup debut patch on their jerseys. This is part of a licensing deal with Fanatics, which will replace Panini as the official partner for trading cards and stickers starting in 2031. Players such as Reece James, Lamine Yamal, Erling Haaland, and Michael Olise will sport the patches in their first games. This World Cup marks a significant change, being the first hosted by three nations and featuring 48 teams.

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  • •Players debuting in the 2026 World Cup receive a special patch.
  • •The tournament is co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
  • •48 teams will participate for the first time in World Cup history.
  • •Patches will be authenticated and added to future trading cards.
  • •Players like Reece James and Erling Haaland will wear them.
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  • 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Why World Cup debutants will wear special patch on their jerseys during 2026 tournament
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Playing in the World Cup is clearly the greatest honour a soccer player can have. Though the club game has arguably overtaken the international version of the sport in terms of genuine quality, there’s simply nothing like the World Cup.

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