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FIFA is making a big move in its web3 journey by shifting its NFT platform, FIFA Collect, to a new Ethereum-compatible blockchain. The change is expected to improve how fans buy, sell, and store digital collectibles tied to the world of football.
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FIFA announced that its NFT platform will leave the Algorand blockchain behind. The new network, called FIFA Blockchain, will support the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), allowing access through well-known wallets like MetaMask and other WalletConnect-supported apps.
This shift aims to bring FIFA Collect closer to the broader Ethereum ecosystem, which offers better compatibility and larger wallet support. FIFA believes the new setup will lead to improved scalability and open up new possibilities for web3 features on its platform.
For most users, the transition will happen automatically. If NFTs are stored in FIFA Collect’s built-in custodial wallet, nothing needs to be done.
However, anyone who moved their collectibles to an external Algorand wallet like Pera or Defly must re-import them into FIFA Collect before the switchover. FIFA has reopened its import tools for a limited window. After the migration, support will be required to recover assets that were not brought back in time.
Once the platform moves, Algorand wallets will no longer work with FIFA Collect. Only EVM-compatible wallets will be supported going forward.
Collectibles listed for sale will transfer over to the new blockchain automatically. Users who wish to delist items manually can still do so before the migration date.
Those holding USDC balances can continue to spend funds on the current platform until the migration occurs. Afterward, purchases using USDC will be disabled, though users will still be able to withdraw.
FIFA confirmed that the entire process will not carry any fees for users. A temporary 12-hour downtime is expected during the migration, and advance notice will be given.