The FIFAe Finals 2025 take place in Riyadh from 10 to 19 December, setting the stage for the world’s top national teams to compete across three esports competitions using Lenovo’s latest Legion kit.
What Is FIFAe?
FIFAe puts the spotlight on elite football esports, running world-class tournaments watched by millions.
- Official esports wing of FIFA
- Hosts multi-title world championships
- Open qualifiers let anyone hustle for a slot
The FIFAe World Cup, featuring eFootball (on console and mobile) and Rocket League, ranks among the biggest esports events globally, and this year’s finals continue the open-qualification push—expect more national teams to make the cut.
Riyadh Steps Forward as Esports Host
Saudi Arabia will host the FIFAe Finals for a second consecutive year, as part of its Vision 2030 initiative to establish itself as an esports hub.
- Riyadh: December 10–19, 2025
- Three competitions: eFootball Console, eFootball Mobile, Rocket League
- Extended national qualifiers
Saudi Arabia’s push into gaming sees big events, bigger prizes and broader participation as local clubs and fresh faces rise on a global stage.
Lenovo Legion Takes Over the Tech
Lenovo’s Legion range—tower PCs, gaming monitors, mice, keyboards—will drive every match, aiming for stable, fast gameplay and level playing fields.
- Legion Tower 7i for processing muscle
- Legion peripherals for player comfort
- Devices support players, presenters, and staff
Lenovo’s role means tech headaches fade quietly into the background, letting athletes and fans focus on the action. The partnership aligns with Lenovo’s broader support for FIFA-run competitions, including the Club World Cup, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, delivering smart gadgets and AI-driven infrastructure.
Expanded Qualification Fuels the Competition
FIFAe’s qualification system has opened up, giving more FIFA Member Associations the chance to fight for a spot at the finals.
- Broader national access
- Domestic trials and bootcamps
- Regional online knockout rounds
- Open to a wider audience
It’s no longer just the regular names—a fresh global roster means upsets and drama deep into each event.
FAQs
What are the FIFAe Finals 2025?
It’s FIFA’s flagship esports event, featuring tournaments for Rocket League and eFootball, taking place in Riyadh and running on Lenovo Legion hardware.
Which games are featured at FIFAe 2025?
Rocket League, eFootball Console and eFootball Mobile headline this year’s show.
Who gets to compete?
National teams qualify through an open process—more countries are eligible via domestic, regional, and open trials.
What tech is being used?
Lenovo Legion towers, monitors, keyboards, and mice will be used by players, presenters and production teams to run all matches.
Why is Riyadh the host?
Saudi Arabia’s significant investments in esports and Vision 2030 have made Riyadh a magnet for global tournaments.
