Disclosure: We received items from the Playmobil FIFA line for review. All opinions are my own.
Get ready for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia™ with Playmobil’s FIFA collection. My boys have played soccer for years and our schedule often revolves around practice and games, so we were excited to try the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Take Along Soccer Field from Playmobil.
You can host a mini soccer tournament at home with this compact arena. Children choose which team will lift the trophy — Brazil, Germany, England, or another national side — and the competition begins. The Take Along 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Arena is well sized and converts into a convenient carry case. Open the two sides, remove the handle, and fold down the floor plates to reveal the playing surface. The case stores players and balls neatly and the handle makes it easy to bring along when visiting friends or family.
The set includes four player figures, two goals, four soccer balls, and a cardboard score counter with a target. The turf surface is soft and realistic for tabletop play, and assembly is quick and simple; my kids set everything up on their own. The compact design is ideal for storage and travel, making it a practical option for families on the go.
Each player figure moves easily with one hand. Pull back the trigger mechanism and release to kick — players can perform higher or lower kicks depending on how you position them. The interactive motion adds excitement and keeps gameplay dynamic.
Goalkeepers attach to the goal posts and slide from left to right to defend the net, creating realistic saves and close calls. The features encourage active play and improve hand-eye coordination while kids invent strategies to score.
Fans can expand the experience by adding National Team player packs, sold separately. Available teams include Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Germany, England, France, Mexico, Portugal and Spain. Collecting multiple teams lets children stage full tournaments and switch rosters for varied play.
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The Take Along 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Arena was retailed at approximately $89.99, with National Team player packs around $7.99. Recommended for ages 5 and up, these items were available at major retailers and independent toy stores.
If your family is excited for the tournament, this arena keeps the energy alive at home. It offers portable, hands-on play with realistic features and collectible options to extend fun. Note: past promotional giveaways for the product have concluded.
