The Massachusetts Port Authority plans to build the world’s largest soccer ball in celebration of the FIFA World Cup. The giant ball will measure 45 feet across, beating the current Guinness World Record set in Qatar in 2013, which was just under 40 feet wide.
The giant ball will sit at PiersPark II from June 12 to 18, with a fun community event planned for June 13.
The project celebrates the upcoming World Cup matches that will be played atBoston Stadium in Foxborough during June and July. Massport CEO Rich Davey said the display will help welcome visitors and bring people together during the tournament.