October 10th 2024.
The world of football simulations has been going through some major changes lately. One of the biggest shifts was the separation of FIFA and Electronic Arts in 2022 after decades of partnership. This led to the FIFA video game series being rebranded as EA Sports FC. Meanwhile, Konami also made a change, renaming their Pro Evolution Soccer franchise to eFootball after the COVID pandemic. Not only that, but they also switched to a free-to-play model and added lots of perks for players.
Despite never working together before, FIFA and Konami have now joined forces to bring eFootball into the mix for the FIFAe World Cup. This move has been hailed as a commitment to the advancement of esports. The FIFAe World Cup, which is operated by FIFA, includes various open qualifying tournaments for fans to participate in, such as Football Manager and Rocket League. However, since the split between FIFA and EA, EA Sports FC has not been included in these tournaments.
But now, with the new partnership between FIFA and Konami, eFootball will have two of its own competitions added to the FIFAe World Cup. These include a 2v2 tournament for console players and a 1v1 tournament for mobile players. The eFootball qualifiers for the FIFAe World Cup have already begun, and while the date and prize pool for the actual event have yet to be announced, fans are already gearing up for the action.
The excitement for eFootball's return is palpable, with a new season on the horizon. Players can fulfill their football dreams on the virtual pitch, traveling the world with licensed teams and adding legendary players to their rosters. This free-to-play football title promises to make its mark as the best in the world.
In a press release, Konami expressed their enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating that their goal is to bring joy to the global football community through esports. They believe that by allowing players to represent their nations in dedicated competitions, this partnership will take the connection with the community to a whole new level.
Joining forces with Konami aligns perfectly with FIFA's mission to promote football on a global scale and provide a platform for players to showcase their skills. According to Romy Gai, Chief Business Officer at FIFA, this collaboration is a step towards creating an inclusive ecosystem that welcomes different communities to participate in the FIFAe competitions.
However, not everyone will have the chance to qualify for the FIFAe World Cup. Only fans from select countries, including Argentina, Brazil, England, and Spain, among others, will be eligible to participate. But for those who do qualify, it will be an incredible opportunity to represent their nation and compete on a global stage.
In other news, Lionel Messi has joined eFootball and is set to make his debut in the FIFAe World Cup. Fans can't wait to see him in action and see how he will impact the competition. If you want to stay updated on all the latest gaming news and releases, don't forget to sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media. We'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions, so feel free to leave a comment or email us. And for easier submission of Inbox letters and Reader's Features, check out our Submit Stuff page.
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