Riyadh, December 10, 2024 – In a landmark achievement for Saudi esports, the Saudi national team clinched the title in the inaugural FIFAe World Cup™ featuring Rocket League, securing a dominant victory over the French team in an exhilarating final held yesterday at the state-of-the-art Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) Arena in Riyadh. This historic win marks a significant milestone in the rapidly growing world of competitive gaming in the Kingdom.
The tournament, which brought together 16 of the world’s best teams, saw fierce competition throughout its stages. The Saudi squad entered the event with determination, topping their group in the opening phase. The group, which included strong teams from the Netherlands, Belgium, and Spain, proved no match for the Saudi team’s skill and strategy. With an impressive 28 points accumulated across their group-stage matches, they qualified comfortably for the knockout rounds.
As the tournament progressed, the Saudi team’s performance only grew stronger. In the quarter-finals, they delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over Chile, showcasing their dominance. The semi-finals saw another flawless performance as they crushed Brazil 4-0, advancing to the highly anticipated final against France with confidence and poise.
In the final, the Saudi players remained unshaken, executing their tactics with precision and skill. The match ended in a resounding 4-1 victory, as the Saudi team outclassed their French counterparts to claim the title of FIFAe World Cup™ champions in Rocket League for the first time in the competition’s history. The victory not only highlighted the rising esports scene in Saudi Arabia but also showcased the team’s exceptional teamwork, coordination, and individual brilliance.
The excitement surrounding this event continues, as the next phase of the FIFAe World Cup™ will feature the competitive eFootball tournament. Kicking off tomorrow, the eFootball competition will run until December 12, offering esports fans even more thrilling action and world-class gameplay.
As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to foster a dynamic esports culture, this victory at the FIFAe World Cup™ serves as a testament to the country's commitment to becoming a global hub for digital sports, innovation, and talent development. With many more tournaments and events on the horizon, the future looks exceptionally bright for Saudi esports.