In a high-impact global campaign, Lego has united four of football’s biggest icons-Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, and Vinícius Júnior-ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Titled “Everyone Wants a Piece,” the campaign film shows the four players assembling a Lego version of the World Cup trophy, each placing their own mini-figure on top. Shared widely across social media, the campaign also includes a disclaimer confirming that it is not AI-generated, reinforcing its authenticity in an era of synthetic content.
As part of a broader football-focused strategy, Lego plans to launch exclusive, player-themed sets that recreate iconic moments from each athlete’s career. The initiative reflects the brand’s effort to tap into football’s global cultural relevance while connecting with younger audiences through play and storytelling.
The players highlighted parallels between football and Lego-both rooted in creativity, resilience, and continuous improvement. For fans, the campaign’s biggest draw is the rare sight of Messi and Ronaldo sharing screen space once again, echoing the cultural impact of their previous collaborations.
The campaign has already crossed 314 million views on Instagram, generating strong engagement and positioning Lego at the center of World Cup conversations. With the tournament set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the brand has successfully kickstarted the global football buzz.
