Belgium and Senegal will square off on July 1 in Seattle for a place in the World Cup Round of 16. The match itself is straightforward knockout football, but the crypto subplot running underneath it tells a more interesting story about where fan engagement is headed.
Belgium topped Group G to earn its spot. Senegal scraped through as one of the best third-placed teams. The winner advances to face either the USA or Bosnia and Herzegovina in the next round.
Fan tokens enter the World Cup picture
Chiliz launched Belgium’s official fan token, $BELG, on Socios.com on June 3, 2026. Holders get voting rights and rewards tied to the national team’s performance.
Senegal, by contrast, has no fan token. No direct crypto sponsorship linked to the 2026 tournament. Nothing.
