McDonald’s Kicks Off FIFA World Cup 26 Celebration with Collectible Cups, Happy Meal Squishmallows, and Special Meals. The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 26 is officially underway, and McDonald’s is getting in on the action in a big way. Whether you’re a lifelong soccer fan, a collector, or simply someone who never says no to Chicken McNuggets and a Big Mac, McDonald’s has announced a worldwide celebration packed with limited-time meals, collectible cups, Squishmallows, and special experiences. With the tournament heading to the United States, Canada, and Mexico next year, fans will have plenty of opportunities to show their team spirit long before the first match kicks off.
McDonald’s is bringing the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 26 to restaurants around the world with a new lineup of limited-time meals, exclusive collectibles, and fan experiences designed to celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event.
Beginning June 4 in the United States, fans can order the new FIFA World Cup 26 Meal, which includes a choice of a Big Mac or a 10-piece Chicken McNuggets meal. The promotion also features a limited-edition gold package of Big Mac Sauce, giving fans a special collectible touch alongside their meal.
For breakfast fans, McDonald’s is also offering match-day morning favorites including the Sausage McMuffin with Egg, Sausage Egg Biscuit, and Hash Browns to help soccer supporters start their day before the action begins.
One of the biggest draws of the promotion will likely be the collectible cups included with qualifying meals. Fans can collect one of nine cups featuring some of soccer’s biggest names, including:
- Christian Pulisic
- David Beckham
- Ronaldinho
- Thierry Henry
- Son Heung-Min
- Lamine Yamal
- Alphonso Davies
- Santiago Gimenez
- Grimace
Yes, Grimace somehow made the all-star lineup, and honestly, we’re here for it.
For U.S. Men’s National Team star Christian Pulisic, the partnership brings back memories of childhood celebrations after soccer tournaments.
According to Pulisic, trips to McDonald’s for Chicken McNuggets and McFlurries were a regular tradition growing up in Pennsylvania. Now seeing himself featured on a collectible cup marks a full-circle moment in his soccer journey.
FIFA World Cup 26 Happy Meal Arrives June 9
Younger soccer fans won’t be left out of the fun.
Starting June 9, McDonald’s will launch a special FIFA World Cup 26 Happy Meal featuring one of 23 collectible Squishmallows characters.
The collection includes special FIFA World Cup mascots representing the tournament’s three host nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Each plush features soccer-inspired uniforms and exclusive McDonald’s-themed designs.
The fun extends beyond the toy itself. Every Happy Meal includes special packaging and a scannable code that unlocks an exclusive online game through HappyMeal.com.
In the United States, a portion of proceeds from each FIFA World Cup 26 Happy Meal sold will also help support families served through Ronald McDonald House programs.
More Than Just a Meal
McDonald’s says this promotion is only the beginning of its FIFA World Cup 26 celebration.
Fans can expect exclusive rewards through the McDonald’s app, including special offers, bonus points, and tournament-themed experiences throughout the promotion. Customers ordering through the app may also receive additional rewards tied to the World Cup festivities.
The company is also launching McDonald’s FC (Fan Crew), a program celebrating the more than two million McDonald’s restaurant employees around the world. Select crew members will receive once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to attend FIFA World Cup matches and even play on official tournament pitches.
Between the collectible cups, Squishmallows, exclusive meals, app rewards, and special fan experiences, McDonald’s is giving soccer fans plenty of reasons to celebrate as excitement continues to build toward FIFA World Cup 26.
Major sporting events always bring unique collectibles and limited-time offerings, and McDonald’s appears to be going all-in for FIFA World Cup 26. The collectible cups alone will likely have fans searching for the full set, while the Squishmallows Happy Meal lineup is sure to be a hit with younger collectors. Whether you’re counting down the days until the tournament begins or just looking for an excuse to grab some McNuggets, this promotion offers a fun way to join the celebration. Which collectible are you hoping to find first?
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