Nicolas Pépé named Michelob Ultra Superior Player of the Match as crypto stays sidelined at 2026 World Cup
Cryptocurrency brands have been notably absent from sponsorship deals at the 2026 World Cup, with traditional beverage companies like Michelob Ultra securing major player-of-the-match awards instead. This represents a significant pullback in crypto's attempts to gain mainstream visibility through major sporting events, signaling a return to traditional corporate dominance in high-profile sponsorships.



