FIFA's blockchain network enhances digital fan engagement with greater compatibility and scalability across networks.
FIFA, the governing body of international football, is taking a significant step in its journey towards Web3 by announcing a new blockchain network compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).
The update, published on April 30 through FIFA Collect's FAQ, outlines plans to migrate the football governing body's NFT collection platform, FIFA Collect, from the Algorand network to the upcoming proprietary blockchain.
FIFA stated:
After the migration, Pera, Defly, and other Algorand-based wallets will no longer be compatible. Instead, you will be able to connect to FIFA Collect via MetaMask or any EVM-compatible wallet with WalletConnect.
FIFA has not yet confirmed a release date, but assured users that more details will be published soon. However, the migration is tentatively scheduled for no earlier than May 20.
FIFA Collect allows football fans to connect with the sport through digital items linked to tournaments and exclusive real-world experiences. The platform also functions as a marketplace, and recent updates have introduced new collectible packs that offer tangible benefits, such as VIP access to select football events.