The spirit of football came alive as Beugré Mambé, the Prime Minister of Côte d’Ivoire, officially welcomed the Original FIFA World Cup Trophy to the country, marking an unforgettable moment of celebration during the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola.

The arrival of the Trophy united thousands of fans, athletes, and communities in a shared moment of pride and passion for the beautiful game, offering them a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience football’s most coveted prize up close.

“Hosting the Trophy is a proud moment for our nation,” said Beugré Mambé. “Football has the power to inspire hope, joy, and togetherness, values that resonate deeply with our people. We thank Coca-Cola and FIFA for bringing this extraordinary experience to our shores”.

The Trophy Tour stop in Abidjan featured vibrant fan activations, including a public viewing experience that gave fans the rare opportunity to see the Trophy up close and capture unforgettable photo moments, a high-energy concert showcasing iconic Ivorian superstars, and a series of fun, interactive games that brought communities together in celebration of the beautiful game.

“The energy and passion from fans in Côte d’Ivoire were truly inspiring. Through the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, we’re thrilled to have brought people together to celebrate their love of football and experience the emotion that only this game can ignite,” said Rodrigue Bila, Vice President, Franchise Operations, West, Islands and Mid-Africa, at the Coca-Cola Africa Operating Unit.

“This tour embodies our commitment to refreshing the world and inspiring moments of happiness through shared experiences.”

Through the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, the Company continues to bring fans closer to the heart of the game, creating moments of connection, excitement and shared emotion that celebrate the universal power of football.

“We are delighted with the incredible enthusiasm shown by fans in Côte d’Ivoire,” said Romy Gai, FIFA’s Chief Business.

“The FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola continues to unite people from all walks of life through the shared joy of the beautiful game.”

“It’s always special to see how much joy and pride the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy brings to fans around the world,” said Marcel Desailly, FIFA Legend. “The excitement here in Côte d’Ivoire shows the incredible passion this nation has for football, and it makes moments like this truly memorable.”

As one of FIFA's longest-standing partners and a sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™ since the 1978 edition, Coca-Cola continues to champion the spirit of optimism and connection through football.

For the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, we are working with our local teams to prioritise actions that support our sustainability journey, from establishing collection and recycling initiatives to seeking more efficient transportation.