LEGO Is Building a Football Dream Team
Just in time for the FIFA World Cup 2026 hype cycle, LEGO has announced a full lineup of Editions sets celebrating four of the biggest names in football: Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi, and Vini Jr. Seven sets in total have been revealed, spanning entry-level display pieces all the way up to a large-scale wall art build.
This is also the launch of LEGO Editions as a platform, which is pitched as a way to connect fans with their icons through collectible, displayable sets. Think of it as LEGO's answer to the kind of memorabilia you'd normally see framed on a wall, just built from bricks.
Football Highlights Sets (Ages 10+)
The most accessible entry point is the Football Highlights series. Each set is built on a letter-shaped base styled in the player's national team colors, includes a minifigure of the player, a jersey number, and a collectible plaque. There are also hidden easter eggs throughout each build for fans who want to dig into the details.
- Editions Lionel Messi – Football Highlights (43011) - 500 pieces, $29.99, ages 10+, releases May 1, 2026 — M-shaped base in Argentina's colors, jersey number 10, measures over 5 in. (13 cm) high, 9.5 in. (24 cm) wide, and 6 in. (15 cm) deep
- Editions Cristiano Ronaldo – Football Highlights (43012) - 490 pieces, $29.99, ages 10+, releases May 1, 2026 — R-shaped base in Portugal's colors, measures over 4.5 in. (11 cm) high, 8 in. (21 cm) wide, and 6.5 in. (17 cm) deep
- Editions Kylian Mbappé – Football Highlights (43013) - 490 pieces, $29.99, ages 10+, releases May 1, 2026 — M-shaped base in France's colors, jersey number 10, measures over 5 in. (13 cm) high, 9.5 in. (24 cm) wide, and 6 in. (15 cm) deep
- Editions Vini Jr. – Football Highlights (43027) - 510 pieces, $29.99, ages 10+, releases May 1, 2026 — V-shaped base in Brazil's colors, includes Vini Jr. in his goal-scoring pose, measures over 4 in. (10 cm) high, 7.5 in. (19 cm) wide, and 6.5 in. (16 cm) deep
At $29.99 each, these are reasonably priced for display sets targeting younger fans. The letter-shaped bases are a clever design touch that ties the whole series together visually.
Football Legend Sets (Ages 10+)
If you want something more substantial, the Football Legend sets step things up considerably. These are display-scale figures with two different build configurations each, so you can choose how to pose your player. Both sets include a new football ball element and a printed name plaque.
- Editions Cristiano Ronaldo – Football Legend (43016) - 854 pieces, $79.99, ages 10+, releases May 1, 2026 — Build as the "Siuuu" pose or a bicycle kick, features a new co-molded face element, measures over 10 in. (25 cm) high, 9 in. (23 cm) wide, and 5 in. (13 cm) deep in victory pose
- Editions Lionel Messi – Football Legend (43015) - 958 pieces, $79.99, ages 10+, releases May 1, 2026 — Build as victory pose pointing to the sky or a dynamic dribbling pose, includes large number 10 and MESSI lettering, measures over 10.5 in. (27 cm) high, 8 in. (21 cm) wide, and 5.5 in. (14 cm) deep in victory pose
Two build options in one box is a nice touch, especially at this price point. The Messi Legend set edges out the Ronaldo one at 958 pieces versus 854, though both are priced the same.
The Big One: Messi Celebration (Ages 14+)
The crown jewel of the lineup is a Messi-exclusive set that sits in a different tier entirely, both in size and price.
- Editions Lionel Messi – Celebration (43018) - 1,427 pieces, $199.00, ages 14+, releases June 1, 2026 — 3D wall art display of Messi in his iconic sky-pointing victory pose, features his number 10 striped jersey and career easter eggs, measures 15 in. (38 cm) high, 18.5 in. (47 cm) wide, and 2 in. (5 cm) deep
This one is clearly designed for adult collectors and serious fans. The dimensions suggest it's built to hang or stand as a proper art piece, not just sit on a shelf. At just 2 inches deep, it's more wall decoration than traditional LEGO model, which is an interesting direction for the Editions platform to go.
What to Know Before You Buy
All seven sets are available for pre-order now. The six Football Highlights and Football Legend sets ship on May 1, 2026, while the Messi Celebration set follows on June 1, 2026. You can pre-order at LEGO.com.
With the World Cup kicking off in 2026, these sets are timed perfectly for the peak of football mania. If you're shopping for a young football fan, the $29.99 Highlights sets are the obvious starting point. For anyone wanting a proper collector piece, the Messi Celebration set is going to be the one to watch.