The inaugural FIFAe World Cup 2024, a collaboration between eFootball and FIFA, has crowned its champions in both console and mobile categories. Malaysia's Minbappe secured victory in the mobile division, while Indonesia dominated the console competition with the winning team of BINONGBOYS, SHNKS-ELGA, GARUDAFRANC, and akbarpaudie.
Held at the impressive SEF Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this tournament marks the first of what's anticipated to be a recurring event. The high production values of the FIFAe World Cup 2024 are a testament to the significant investment in esports from Saudi Arabia, coinciding with the inaugural Esports World Cup this year.
A High-Stakes Game
The success of the FIFAe World Cup 2024, in terms of fan engagement, remains to be seen. However, the event clearly demonstrates Konami and FIFA's ambition to establish eFootball as the premier football simulator for elite competition. This collaboration further strengthens that position.
Concerns exist, though, about the potential disconnect between this lavish, high-profile tournament and the average gamer. History shows that large-scale organizational involvement in esports, even in established scenes like fighting games, can sometimes lead to unforeseen challenges. While the FIFAe World Cup currently appears to be running smoothly, the possibility of similar issues arising remains.
In other esports news, the Pocket Gamer Awards 2024 have recently concluded. Check out the results to see if your favorites were victorious!
