English referee Michael Oliver has been ruled out of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador, scheduled for June 14 in Philadelphia, due to a minor injury. French referee Francois Letexier will step in. FIFA confirmed Oliver is expected to return for future matches.

Kraken takes center stage at the World Cup

On June 9, just days before the Ivory Coast-Ecuador match, Kraken was named the Official Crypto Exchange Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026. This is the largest World Cup ever staged, with 48 teams competing across venues in Canada, Mexico, and the US.

Algorand and Chiliz fill the blockchain bench

Kraken isn’t the only crypto player on the pitch. Algorand continues its role as…