Germany is back in the World Cup knockout rounds. The four-time champions will face Paraguay in the round of 32 at Gillette Stadium, marking their return to elimination play after a group stage that included a loss to Ecuador.
Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots, will host the contest. The 2026 World Cup is spread across the US, Mexico, and Canada, making it the first tournament held in three countries simultaneously.
Kraken, Avalanche, and crypto’s official seat at the table
On June 9, 2026, Kraken was appointed FIFA’s Official Crypto Exchange Supporter. It’s the first partnership of its kind for FIFA, giving a crypto exchange formal branding alignment with the most-watched sporting event on the planet.
FIFA is utilizing the Avalanche blockchain for digital ticketing through its FIFA Collect platform. When fans access their digital tickets for games at this World Cup, blockchain rails are part of how that system works.
