Brazil’s merged FIFA window highlights growing intersection of global football and crypto sponsorships

FIFA’s international match calendar for 2026 just got a notable restructuring. Brazil’s men’s national team will play three matches during a merged September 21 to October 6 window, while club teams can schedule up to four fixtures in the same period. A second break runs November 9 to 17, rounding out the final preparation windows before the expanded 48-team World Cup kicks off in North America.

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