POP MART’s LABUBU makes a surprise appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony

The 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City attracted 1.2 billion viewers globally. The event featured a significant integration of crypto, which is expected to enhance mainstream adoption, user engagement, and market volatility. Additionally, POP MART’s LABUBU made a surprise appearance during the ceremony, becoming a major point of discussion in China, overshadowing the national team players for many viewers during the early morning broadcast of the event.