Artist provides insight, background on iconic FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami poster

With the kickoff inching closer News is getting a closer look at the artist behind the iconic FIFA Miami piece that was unveiled in Wynwood earlier this year The official FIFA World Cup Miami host city poster captures the essence of Miami s dynamic way of life and locality Artist Rubem Robierb who is a part time South Florida resident announced he used specific kickin creativity to fit all of South Florida s magic into one frame As an artist it s a huge honor to represent the City of Miami It s such a global stage he explained Robierb revealed the poster showcases Miami as a city where art beliefs and futbol unite in a bold and diverse celebration An image that everyone from all over the world as soon as they see the image they will instantly relate to Miami and that s what we did he explained The artist reported that making the poster was a bit of a challenge as he tried to fit all that makes the city special into one artwork But he believes the final product manages to do that very well As an artist it was really special that opportunity to do that poster because representing the City of Miami in such a global stage and connecting with such a big audience is a blessing for us as an artist because you are not close just in the art world but you bring your art to everyone revealed Robierb He gave News a deep dive into what each part of the poster represents For example the ball represents Miami as a cultural melting pot with every neighborhood represented The background including the crowd on the beach depicts people welcoming those from around the world But he declared the highlight of it all was the flamingo For me it s the the majority unofficial symbol of Miami because people from all over the world relate flamingos with Miami and I want to make the flamingo really fun really playful and that s why I picture the flamingo as a soccer performer stated Robierb He revealed he put his own finishing touches on the poster adding a splash of glitter to top it off Since its unveiling the artist says he s happy about what he s heard about the poster and the opportunity to connect with people around the world Me and FIFA Miami we are really happy about the feedback we got from the poster because we got to connect with people all over the world Here in Miami everyone feels represented everyone If you re from Hialeah or from South Beach or from Coconut Grove you will see yourself here in the poster because you know what represents you revealed Robierb The poster is one of distinctive posters representing each host city in next year s World Cup It s the first time in World Cup history that each host city is commemorated with its own bespoke artwork