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FIFA, Fanatics Launch $150M Youth Collectibles, Topps License

5/7/2026

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Fanatics Launches Collectibles

FIFA and Fanatics signed a collectibles licensing deal that places the World Cup license under Topps from 2031 and launches a debut jersey-patch card program with players such as Lamine Yamal.
Fanatics will distribute over $150 million in free collectibles to support youth football worldwide.
Fanatics Fest will host FIFA World Cup Final press conferences on 17 July 2026 and a watch party on 19 July 2026 at New York’s Javits Center.

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Panini Sues Fanatics

Panini sued Fanatics for antitrust violations, alleging Fanatics monopolized the sports-card market after taking licenses Panini previously held.
Panini posted $720 million net sales from its 2022 World Cup cards, valuing the company at $5.8 billion.
Fanatics’ countersuit says Panini ran an unlawful campaign to force an inflated buyout, with Fanatics expecting $5 billion collectibles revenue in 2026 and total revenue near $14 billion.

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Fanatics Launches Collectibles

FIFA and Fanatics signed a collectibles licensing deal that places the World Cup license under Topps from 2031 and launches a debut jersey-patch card program with players such as Lamine Yamal.
Fanatics will distribute over $150 million in free collectibles to support youth football worldwide.
Fanatics Fest will host FIFA World Cup Final press conferences on 17 July 2026 and a watch party on 19 July 2026 at New York’s Javits Center.

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