France lost 2-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semifinal on July 14, and the streets of Paris responded accordingly. French police arrested 98 people overnight, including 21 minors, after unrest broke out across the capital. The most notable offenses involved firing mortar fireworks at fire stations and police vehicles.
The Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the arrests to The Athletic. The disorder followed a match played at Dallas Stadium, where Spain dispatched the host-tournament favorites with clinical efficiency.
Fan tokens had already placed their bets
Before kickoff, the fan token market had a clear opinion. France’s fan tokens were trading at levels that implied roughly a 60% win probability, while Spain’s sat around 41%.
Fan tokens are digital assets tied to specific sports teams. They’re traded on platforms like Chiliz and Socios, and their prices tend to move in direct correlation with on-field results. Trading volumes on Chiliz and Socios surged during knockout-stage matches as fans looked for ways to put skin in the game beyond traditional betting.
