A number of Fan Tokens have posted impressive gains over the past week, showing renewed strength just as the broader crypto market stirs with signs of a potential altseason. While Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to dominate headlines, the undercurrent is clear—altcoins, particularly sports-affiliated Fan Tokens, are gaining serious ground.

McLaren F1’s token ($MCL) leads the pack with a sharp 28% gain, boosted by growing motorsport hype and expanding utility. Flamengo’s $MENGO surged 11.6%, followed closely by Besiktas ($BJK) at 9%, Santos FC ($SANTOS) with 7.1%, and the Italian National Team’s token ($ITA) with 7%. Even heavyweights like FC Barcelona ($BAR) and Paris Saint-Germain ($PSG) didn’t sit idle, climbing 6.7% and 7% respectively.

Why Fan Tokens Are Catching Fire Right Now

Several key indicators suggest the crypto market may be gearing up for an altseason, a period where altcoins outperform Bitcoin. And Fan Tokens? They’re well-positioned to benefit.

Here’s the thing: Fan Tokens aren’t just hype anymore. The elite ones offer real-world perks, like matchday votes, merch discounts, VIP access, and deeper fan engagement. Add to that their connection to globally loved clubs and athletes, and it’s easy to see why some investors believe they’re still undervalued.

Retail interest is starting to return, and when that wave hits full stride, assets with big-brand recognition and tangible utility could ride high. These tokens blend passion with possibility—two ingredients that tend to do well when momentum shifts.