World Cup fever can already be felt on every corner of Colombia. With all eyes on the 2026 World Cup, the question every fan and collector is asking is: when can we start sticking in our national team's stickers?
At Velocity Savage we understand that football isn't just a sport, it's street culture. That's why we've gathered the technical information you need to get your wallet and your strategy ready to complete this historic edition featuring 48 national teams.
When does the 2026 World Cup album come out in Colombia?
Get ready for the first week of May 2026. Panini has confirmed this will be the date the album lands in Colombia. From newsstands in Bogotá to specialty stores in Medellín, the hunt for "monitas" will officially begin in the fifth month of the year.
Technical Details: An album bigger than ever
This edition of the 2026 World Cup won't just be historic for its host cities, but for the size of the collection. Here are the key facts every expert should know:
- Pages: 112 full-color pages with detailed statistics.
- Total stickers: 980 stickers (a massive challenge for collectors).
- Pack contents: Each pack will include 7 stickers, unlike the 5 that were standard in previous editions.
How much does it cost to fill the album in Colombia?
Let's talk straight numbers. For 2026, the price of packs has been adjusted to reflect the current economy and the increase in the number of stickers per pack.
Each pack will cost approximately $5,000 COP. Taking into account the total number of stickers and the likelihood of duplicates, the investment to fill the whole album is estimated at approximately $700,000 COP (if you have a good swapping network in your city's parks).
Tips for elite collectors
If you want to show off your retro jersey of Colombia while swapping stickers, remember that the key is in the big swap groups. Don't try to fill it just by buying boxes; the swapping culture is what makes the World Cup album a mark of football credibility.
How many stickers come in each 2026 World Cup pack?
For this edition, each pack contains 7 stickers, letting you progress faster through the 980-slot collection.
What is the price of a 2026 Panini album pack in Colombia?
The suggested retail price is $5,000 Colombian pesos per pack.
When does the album arrive in cities like Bogotá and Medellín?
National distribution is expected to start in the first week of May 2026 at the main points of sale and hypermarkets.
How much money do you need to complete the album?
A base investment of $700,000 pesos is estimated, an amount that can vary depending on your luck with the special stickers and the swaps you make.
Sources
- La FM: launch, 980 stickers and 7 stickers per pack
- Noticias RCN: price and estimated cost of filling the album
Keep reading
- This is how the 2026 World Cup groups turned out
- 2026 World Cup: Dates, Groups, National Teams and the Jerseys You Need to Have
- 2026 World Cup National Team Jerseys: The Complete Guide for Fans in Colombia
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