Zurich (Switzerland), Nov 25 (Representative) The FIFAe Finals 2024 will mark the first time that the event includes multiple esports titles, establishing itself as the ultimate stage for both the FIFAe WorldCup featuring Rocket League and the FIFAe World Cup featuring eFootball on console andmobile respectively. Hosted at the SEF Arena at BLVD Riyadh City, the event will unfold in two stages. It begins with the FIFAe World Cup featuring Rocket League from December 5 to 8, followed by two FIFAe World Cup featuring eFootball (on console and mobile) that will run from December 9 to 12.Boasting a gaming-savvy population, strong participation in FIFAe competitions, and a legacy of world champions, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has been chosen as host of the FIFAe Finals 2024. With the Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) as a presenting partner, the FIFAe Finals are continuing to expand, engaging local and global communities in this growing ecosystem. All days of the FIFAe Finals 2024 are open for the public on a walk-in basis. Ahead of the eagerly anticipated tournaments, Turki Alfawzan, CEO of the Saudi Esports Federation said, “As we continue to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s position as a global leader in esports, hosting the FIFAe Finals 2024 is a proud moment for us. This event not only highlights the Kingdom’s commitment to the esports ecosystem but also provides an unparalleled opportunity for players from across the world to showcase their talent and passion on a global stage.
We’re excited to witness the next chapter of esports history unfold right here in Riyadh.” This prestigious event offers players the opportunity to represent their nations and lift the official FIFAe World Cup Trophy on the biggest stage. With 16 nations competing in Rocket League and up to 18 countries going head-to-head in eFootball, the tournaments promise to be an exhilarating showcase of the world’s top talent, fueled by intense national pride for the first time in these esports ecosystems. In line with Rocket League’s third-party regulations, the prize pool for the FIFAe World Cup featuring Rocket League stands at USD 250,000. The prize pool for both eFootball™ competitions (console and mobile) totals USD 100,000 each, bringing the total prize distribution for the FIFAe Finals 2024to USD 450,000. “This year’s addition of multiple new titles marks a major expansion for football esports tournaments, offering players from diverse ecosystems the chance to compete on the biggest stage under the FIFAe banner. We’re excited to continue this momentum together with the SEF and look forward to bringing this event to life in December together with our partners and publishers”, added Mattias Grafstrom, FIFA Secretary General. The FIFAe Finals 2024 are the second FIFAe event of this year after the inaugural FIFAe Next Gen event in Liverpool, England, which included the first-ever FIFAe World Cup featuring Football Manager, alongside the FIFAe Fame Your Game Cup.