Starting off strong, we’ve got one of the most viral soccer players of 2026! Erling Haaland was everywhere during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was even one of the top Google searches throughout the entire tournament. The Norwegian superstar has become just as recognizable for his Viking-inspired look as he is for his incredible goal-scoring ability. To channel your inner Viking Haaland, you’ll need a Norway number 9 jersey, soccer shorts, socks, and a long blonde wig pulled back. Add some Viking horns and a shield to really bring the look together!

DIY Tip: You don’t need to spend a fortune on a Viking costume! Make your own horns using cardboard covered in tin foil and braid a long blonde wig to recreate Haaland’s signature warrior-inspired hairstyle.

2.    ‘Biggest Young Superstar’ Costume

Next up is a costume inspired by one of the biggest young soccer stars in the world! Lamine Yamal has quickly become one of the sport’s most recognizable young talents, making this the perfect costume for anyone who wants to celebrate the next generation of superstars. To recreate his iconic 2026 FIFA World Cup champion look, you’ll need a Spain number 19 jersey, dark blue soccer shorts and matching socks. Add a soccer ball, a World Cup trophy and gold medal to really complete the look. And if you want to make the costume extra recognizable, don’t forget a short curly wig! 

DIY Tip: Shop our Spain jersey (available in both youth and adult sizes) at SoccerCards.ca then add the number 19 and his name to recreate Yamal’s iconic look. You could also make your own championship medal using gold cardboard and ribbon for an extra finishing touch. 

3.    ‘Merlin the Duck’ Costume

If you’re looking for a Halloween costume that’s a little more unexpected, meet Merlin the Duck! This white duck from Mexico City became one of the unofficial stars of the 2026 World Cup after being spotted outside the Estadio Azteca wearing a custom El Tri kit and tiny soccer boots. To recreate this look, you’ll need a white duck costume, a Mexico soccer jersey or green soccer shirt and soccer cleats.

DIY Tip: You don’t need to buy a duck costume! Start with a white hoodie and sweatpants, then add a yellow or orange felt beak and some feathers. Throw a Mexico-inspired jersey over the top and you’ve got yourself a DIY Merlin the Duck costume!

4.    ‘Beckham Wine Break’ Costume

The next costume on our list proves that sometimes the simplest Halloween looks are the most iconic! David Beckham went viral during the World Cup after being spotted casually sipping from a huge glass of red wine while watching a match. To recreate this meme-worthy look, you’ll need a beige blazer and shirt, matching trousers, a soccer ball and most importantly, a giant wine glass. Add a flashy gold watch and style your hair with plenty of volumizing mouse to really channel your inner David Beckham!

DIY Tip: You probably already have most of this costume in your closet already! Grab a neutral-coloured blazer, add a wine glass and use a soccer ball as your prop.

5.    ‘The Three Hosts’ Group Costume

Got a group of three and want a clever costume that’s also a nod to the 2026 World Cup? With the tournament being hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States, why not turn the three host nations into your Halloween costume! Each person can represent a country with a soccer kit and matching flag. One person can represent Canada, another Mexico, and another the USA for a simple group costume that any soccer fan will recognize and appreciate!

DIY Tip: Keep the outfits simple by starting with a jersey in each country’s colours, then add a flag, soccer scarf, and a soccer ball. You could even make your own fake match tickets as an extra prop! Check out our wide selection of Canada, Mexico and USA soccer merch at SoccerCards.ca (linked). 

6.    ‘Messi G.O.A.T.’ Costume

No soccer-themed Halloween list would be complete without the G.O.A.T. himself! Lionel Messi will go down as one of the greatest players in soccer history, making this an easy and instantly recognizable costume. To recreate the look, you’ll need an Argentina jersey with Messi’s number 10, matching shorts, soccer socks and a soccer ball. But the most important accessory is a pair of goat ears or a mask to make the G.O.A.T. reference stand out. You could also wear a replica silver 2026 FIFA World Cup medal as a tribute to his final World Cup performance! You can shop this official ‘Argentina Lionel Messi #10 Youth Jersey’ at SoccerCards.ca. 

DIY Tip: If you don’t already have a Messi jersey, create your own by adding his name and number 10 to a plain Argentina-style shirt. You can also make your own goat horns using cardboard and a headband, or a silver medal with tin foil and ribbon. 

7.    ‘Cyborg Referee’ Costume

Last but not least, we’ve got the most futuristic costume on our list! The 2026 World Cup introduced plenty of new technology to the game, but it was the referees’ excessive equipment that turned into a big talking point. One referee had fans comparing his headset and camera setup to everything from an Xbox gamer to RoboCop, which then resulted in this viral meme. Basically, FIFA turned the referee into a walking piece of tech, and we’re turning it into a funny Halloween costume! To recreate this look you’ll need a neon green jersey and referee badge, then add fake cameras to your head, chest and shoulders, along with a headset, microphone and even a selfie stick. 

DIY Tip: You can easily create the cyborg look using things you already have at home! Attach cameras or old electronics to a headband, chest harness or backpack straps.  You can also print out the official 2026 FIFA Referee badge to stick on your shirt.