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World Branding Forumby Rene AndreJune 2, 2026

Hyundai Motor Unveils “Next Starts Now” Global Campaign Film for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Hyundai's new global campaign film 'Next Starts Now' for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ emphasizes the brand's commitment to innovation and the future of football. By featuring next-generation talents and a cutting-edge robot, Hyundai is strategically positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in the automotive industry, aligning its brand with the excitement and global reach of the World Cup.

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World Branding Forum: Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled its FIFA World Cup 2026™ global campaign film "Next Starts Now". The 60-second cinematic brand film features next-generation football (soccer) talents alongside Son Heung-min and Boston Dynamics' Atlas® robot.

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Intelligence PanelSignal score: 72.3 / 100
Primary Signal
Emerging
Building momentum — trajectory being tracked
Brand Impact
High
Impact score: 75/100 — broad strategic implications for brand positioning
Novelty
Moderate
Novelty: 60/100 — iterative development of an existing theme
Action Priority
Soon
Flag for the next strategic review cycle
Scoring Rationale

Hyundai's campaign for a major global event like the FIFA World Cup showcases significant brand strategy and innovation, making it impactful and relevant, though the concept of aligning with sports events is a common practice.

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Impact
weight 35%
60
Novelty
weight 30%
80
Relevance
weight 35%
Brands Mentioned
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