Why are various schools in Belgium banning images “Pianini” of the World 2026?

An unusual phenomenon is spreading to Belgium schools a few days before the 2026 World Cup.
More and more educational institutions have decided to ban the exchange and trade of Panini figures within school environments.
According to reports by Belgian media, school leaders argue that the obsession for collecting images has created problems among students, follows “Gazeta Express”.
In many cases there are debates, conflicts, and even situations where children have spent considerable money to complete their albums.
Another concern is related to economic inequality among students.
Some children are able to buy more collection packages, while others remain at a disadvantage, which, according to teachers, can negatively affect the social climate of the class.
Schools that have imposed the ban emphasize that the move is not against collecting figures but is intended to avoid conflict and distractions during class hours.
Students can continue to deal with their hobbies outside school environments.
However, the decision has divided public opinion. Many parents and fans consider the exchange of figures a beautiful tradition related to football and the World, while others support schools by arguing that the learning process should remain a priority.
As the World's approaching 2026, Panini figure fever is taking over “again, children worldwide, but in Belgium it seems to be facing more and more obstacles within schools. /Gazza Express












