EA SPORTS is excited to announce the launch of the first-ever EA SPORTS FC Ramadan tournament, organised by Zawaya Gaming, to celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan. The new tournament is set to captivate players and fans across the MENA region, and is powered by Pepsi and with support from the Saudi eSports Federation.
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EA SPORTS Announces the Inaugural EA SPORTS FC Ramadan Tournament
The EA SPORTS FC Ramadan tournament will feature two exciting parallel knockout tournaments: one for EA SPORTS FC 24 on PlayStation 5, and the other for EA SPORTS FC Mobile. A total of 16 players will qualify to compete in the finals, with 8 players being paired with athletes and creators for a 2v2 tournament in both EA SPORTS FC 24 and EA SPORTS FC Mobile.
Last July, Pepsico and EA SPORTS FC announced a multi-year global partnership making Pepsi and Gatorade proud partners of the top selling football simulation title.
The two global brands continue to collaborate, delivering gaming experiences that create moments of joy for modern football fans.
The console tournament will be open to participants from Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, while mobile participants will include competitors from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, and Indonesia.
EA SPORTS FC Ramadan is not just a tournament, but a festive celebration of the Holy month of Ramadan. It aims to unite players and fans through an exciting campaign and event. Qualified winners will receive exclusive invitations to attend the finals, where they will team up with renowned athletes and FC content creators in a battle to be crowned the champions of the first EA SPORTS FC Ramadan Tournament.
This event promises an immersive experience with a plethora of content from experienced players, content creators, tailored entertaining shows, fan experiences, and much more. Fans attending the finals will have the opportunity to win exclusive merchandise, participate in showcase matches, meet their favourite stars, and watch the live finals at the ultimate EA SPORTS FC 24 fan experience this Ramadan. The tournament underscores the growing significance of eSports in the region.
In celebration of this amazing event Pepsi & EA Sports FC collaborated to create a once in a lifetime major prize. The winner of each EA SPORTS FC 24 and EA SPORTS FC Mobile tournaments will win 1 pair of tickets to the UEFA Champions League Final 2024 at Wembley Stadium in London, taking place on 1st June 2024.
The prize includes travel, accommodation for 2 nights (night before the final and the night of the final) and £250 spending money.
Full prize terms & conditions available at play.zawayagaming.com.
Key Dates:
- Registration Launch & Qualifiers Begin: February 28, 2024 – March 13, 2024
- Online Qualifiers Live Broadcast: March 18-19, 2024
- Live Broadcast of Majlis Series: March 20-27, 2024
- Ramadan Tournament Physical Finals Event: March 29, 2024
Location of the live finals: SEF Arena, Riyadh, KSA