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A record-breaking 45-foot soccer ball will be unveiled in Boston this June ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The installation aims to surpass the current record of 38 feet, 11.8 inches set in Doha, Qatar.
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The Massachusetts Port Authority is preparing to bring a record-breaking display to the Boston waterfront as excitement builds for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Massport announced plans to showcase what it hopes will become the worldās largest soccer ball at Piers Park II in East Boston this June. The installation is designed to celebrate the upcoming World Cup matches in the region while creating a major attraction visible from across Boston Harbor.
The massive soccer ball will stand 45 feet tall, aiming to surpass the current Guinness World Record of 38 feet, 11.8 inches, which was set in Doha, Qatar, in 2013. If verified, the display would officially become the largest soccer ball ever created.
The installation will remain on display for a full week, giving residents and visitors a chance to experience the attraction while enjoying East Bostonās waterfront views.
āWeāre proud to welcome the world to Boston as Massachusetts prepares to host FIFA World Cup matches,ā Massport CEO Rich Davey said in a statement. āBringing this iconic display to East Boston allows people to come together and share in the excitement.ā
In addition to the display, Massport is planning a community celebration on Saturday, June 13, from noon to 4 p.m. at Piers Park II. The event will include family-friendly activities, games, and entertainment. Officials noted that World Cup matches will not be televised at the event.
The effort is part of a broader push to build momentum and engage local communities as Boston prepares to host seven World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough this summer.
Massport is partnering with HNTB and other sponsors to bring the installation to life.
āHNTB is thrilled to partner on this one-of-a-kind attempt,ā said Paul Godfrey, vice president and Massachusetts office leader for HNTB. āThis is about celebrating the global spirit of the game while creating an unforgettable moment for the community.ā
The soccer ball will stand 45 feet tall, aiming to break the current record of 38 feet, 11.8 inches.
The giant soccer ball will be showcased at Piers Park II in East Boston.
The installation will be unveiled in June and will remain on display for a full week.

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The display is expected to draw crowds as Boston ramps up preparations for one of the biggest global sporting events.
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