Shopping for someone who becomes animated at the mere mention of next summer's World Cup? Look no further. We've compiled a guide with the best World Cup inspired gifts for fanatics in 2017-2018.
This list builds on our No. 1 ranking gift guide from last year. This year, we had the soccer aficionados on staff here at The18 consult on the gifts that we'd love our friends and family to buy us. These were hand picked with fans of all ages in mind, so you can feel confident the die hard in your life will love anything on the list.
And, in case you missed it, check out our list of the best online soccer gifts and our list of the best gifts for soccer players. The person you buy these gifts for (and your wallet) will thank us.
Here are the 18 best World Cup inspired gifts for fans in 2017-2018:
Below are the items that made the list. Check out the pictures, details and more that follow.
1. adidas Telstar 18 Official World Cup Match Ball
2. adidas Germany 2018 World Cup Home Jersey
3. adidas Youth Mexico 2018 World Cup Home Jersey
4. Panini Road To 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Stickers (Collectors Package)
6. Gold Stars: The Story of the FIFA World Cup Tournaments DVD
7. LG C7 OLED Series (2017) TV
9. International Flags Party Bundle for 16: Plates, Napkins and Cups
10. Mexico 1998 World Cup Home Jersey
11. Stars of the 2018 World Cup Book (Ages 10-13)
13. FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 Mens Graphic Performance Tee
14. Soccernomics (2018 World Cup Edition) by Simon Kuper and Stefan Szymanski
15. The Soccer Mug With A Goal
16. adidas Men's Nemeziz Tango Soccer Shoe
17. The Game of Their Lives by Geoffrey Douglas
18. Mini Lawn Goals
World Cup Gifts: adidas Telstar 18
The adidas Telstar 18, the official match ball of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. If you’re looking to reenact the dramatics of next summer’s World Cup or to recreate the moves and skills of the stars, this football is an absolute necessity.
World Cup Gift: Germany 2018 Jersey
The official adidas Germany 2018 World Cup Home Jersey. This is the kit Die Mannschaft will be wearing in Russia while they defend their 2014 World Cup title. You can't go wrong wearing the shirt of the four-time world champions, especially with the likes of Toni Kroos, Thomas Muller and Mesut Ozil rocking the same thing.
World Cup Gifts: Youth Mexico Jersey
The perfect gift for the little baller in your life, it's the adidas Youth Mexico 2018 World Cup jersey. The 16th-ranked side in the world will look to make a splash in Russia next summer led by the likes of Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez, Andres Guardado and Hirving Lozano. Show your support for El Tri with this beautiful kit from adidas!
World Cup Gift: Panini Stickers
Nothing delights joyful young collectors quite like the historic Panini stickers. The 2018 Panini Road to the FIFA World Cup Collectors Package features 10 factory sealed sticker packs and a 64-page collectors album. The packs include a total of 80 stickers of the world's biggest stars, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Paul Pogba and more!
Soccer Gift: adidas Messi Ball
Lionel Messi is going to inspire the planet with his otherworldly gifts come June 2018. Channel that inspiration with an official adidas Lionel Messi soccer ball.
World Cup Gift: Gold Stars DVD
This DVD collection allows you to relive the drama and turning points from the last 85 years of FIFA World Cup Tournaments. Using footage from the FIFA World Cup Official Film archive, watch the best moments, greatest goals and most amazing saves while witnessing legendary performances from the likes of Pele, Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and Miroslav Klose.
World Cup Gift: LG C7 OLED TV
If you're looking to upgrade your television before the 2018 FIFA World Cup and want the biggest bang for your buck, look no further than the LG C7 OLED TV. According to Digitaltrends, Techradar and Wirecutter, it's a prime contender for TV of the year.
World Cup Gift: FIFA 18
FIFA 18 is the video game for the world's game. Play with club sides from around the world or with international teams at next summer's World Cup in a variety of different game modes. This title will keep you hooked well past the 2018 World Cup.
World Cup Gift: Party Items
If you're planning on hosting a World Cup themed event or watch party, this is the perfect gift. Plates, napkins and solo cups are designed with a variety of international flags, giving your party a proper global feel.
World Cup Gift: Mexico 1998 Jersey
Mexico's home jersey for the 1998 World Cup in France is considered by many to be one of the greatest international kits of all-time. Its look is now synonymous with El Tri, and it's an aesthetic designers have tried to capture ever since. Stand out from the crowd with this badass piece of finery.
World Cup Gift: Stars of the World Cup book
Perfect for the young reader who's looking forward to the World Cup, this hardcover book features 24 stars of world football that'll dominate the headlines next summer. Learn more about idols like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and Romelu Lukaku in this World Cup inspired book.
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World Cup Gifts: Mens Russia 2018 Tee
Featuring the official logo of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, this graphic tee is bold and fashionable while still offering performance and comfort.
Soccernomics (2018 World Cup Edition)
"Soccernomics: Why England Loses; Why Germany, Spain, and France Win; and Why One Day Japan, Iraq, and the United States Will Become Kings of the World's Most Popular Sport" has been hailed as "the most intelligent book ever written about soccer." This version is updated for the 2018 World Cup while offering everything that made it one of the Best Books of the Year according to the Guardian, Slate, Financial Times and the Independent.
World Cup Gifts: Soccer Mug With A Goal
With many 2018 World Cup matches kicking off in the A.M here Stateside, you'll probably be sitting down to watch the action with a cup of coffee or tea to start your day. Make sure you have the appropriate mug for the occassion with this soccer ball/goal combination.
World Cup Gifts: adidas Nemeziz Tango Soccer Shoes
The adidas Men's Nemeziz Tango Soccer Shoes are perfect for an indoor match, but they're also stylish enough to wear casually. These are modeled after the Nemeziz cleats which are worn by the likes of Lionel Messi, Roberto Firmino and Julian Draxler.
World Cup Gifts: The Game of Their Lives
Do you know someone who's still hurting over the United States' failure to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup? Help bring back a little joy to their lives with the story of the USA's greatest achievement on the world's biggest stage, their shocking 1-0 upset of England at the 1950 World Cup in Brazil.
World Cup Gifts: Mini Soccer Goals
These mini goals are perfect for the lawn when you're barbecuing this summer or for your basement while you're watching the World Cup on TV. Harness the excitement of the tournament by goofing around and enjoying yourself on these little nets!
