The United States put four goals past Paraguay in Dallas during the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, delivering a 4-1 result that marks the most goals the US has ever scored in a single World Cup match. The game at AT&T Stadium wasn’t just a milestone for American soccer. It landed during a tournament that has quietly become the biggest proving ground yet for crypto’s integration into traditional sports.
Kraken, Avalanche, and FIFA’s blockchain bet
Kraken became FIFA’s Official Crypto Exchange Supporter around June 9, days before the tournament kicked off on June 11. The partnership spans all 16 host cities across the US, Canada, and Mexico, covering awareness campaigns and fan activations throughout the competition.
Avalanche powers FIFA’s dedicated blockchain platform, handling digital collectibles and ticketing for the first-ever 48-team World Cup. On-chain transactions tied to tournament activity surged 761% in one reported period.
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