The 2026 FIFA World Cup opener saw three red cards in one match, nearly matching the entire 2022 tournament, while Kraken debuts as official crypto partner.

FIFA World Cup 2026 starts June 11 with Kraken as official crypto sponsor and Chiliz fan tokens primed for match-day trading volatility across 104 games.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup opens with Mexico vs South Africa as Kraken, Chiliz, and Avalanche deepen crypto's integration into the tournament.