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FIFA will introduce championship rings for FIFA World Cup winners for the first time.
Thirty exclusive rings will be produced for the victorious team and officials.
An additional 1,996 commemorative rings will be released for supporters to purchase.
FIFA is set to introduce a new tradition at the FIFA World Cup by presenting championship rings to the tournament winners for the first time in the competition's history. The move marks a major change in how the world champions are honoured and follows a long-standing tradition seen in several American sports leagues. Read original.
The new recognition will see 30 championship rings specially produced for members of the World Cup-winning team and key officials. The rings are expected to serve as a lasting symbol of their achievement on football's biggest stage.
Beyond the champions' collection, FIFA also plans to produce 1,996 additional rings that will be made available for fans around the world. The number is believed to commemorate the year in which modern football milestones gained wider global recognition, while giving supporters an opportunity to own a piece of World Cup-inspired memorabilia.
Speaking about the initiative, FIFA said the rings are intended to celebrate the achievement of becoming world champions while allowing supporters to share in the historic moment.
"For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the champions will receive championship rings."
The football governing body also confirmed:
"Thirty rings will be awarded to the world champions, while 1,996 commemorative rings will be available for fans."