Kylian Mbappé has decided not to engage with the media before France’s match against Senegal in the 2026 World Cup. Instead, N’Golo Kanté has taken on this responsibility at the pre-match press conference set for June 14, 2026. This marks the final media event prior to the commencement of France’s World Cup adventure.
While Mbappé's absence from media obligations draws attention, it also invites discussion about his connection to cryptocurrency. Historically, his notable involvement in the crypto space stemmed from a partnership with Sorare, an NFT-based platform, established in 2022. Since then, however, there has been a notable lack of active partnerships or new ventures related directly to cryptocurrencies.
Interestingly, names based on Mbappé, such as the Solana-based meme tokens MBAPPE and MBAPEPE, continue to circulate in the crypto sphere. These tokens enjoy trading activity solely on their name recognition, yet they lack any official affiliation with Mbappé. This lack of formal ties means that they remain a speculative endeavor without authentic backing from the football star himself, and recent news did not induce any noticeable market fluctuations.
It is also pertinent to note that many countries participating in the 2026 World Cup have embraced fan tokens, often built on platforms like Chiliz. These fan tokens grant holders a voice in team decisions and exclusive content. In contrast, France currently lacks such a mechanism, which could hinder engagement and investment opportunities surrounding its national team. This absence stands out especially when we consider the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where trading volumes for national team tokens surged significantly. Without an official French fan token, speculation related to Mbappé will likely remain reliant on these unaffiliated meme tokens.