RIYADH: As part of its vision to strengthen the Kingdom’s position as a global hub for gaming and electronic sports, the Saudi Esports Federation will host the world’s leading national teams at the FIFAe Finals, taking place in Riyadh from Dec. 10-19, 2025.
This marks the third consecutive year that Saudi Arabia welcomes one of the world’s biggest international e-sports tournaments.
The event aligns with the federation’s strategy to develop the e-sports ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, contributing to the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 by empowering youth, enhancing the sector’s infrastructure, and expanding the role of e-sports in supporting the national economy.
Throughout the year, FIFAe competitions have seen participation from 94 countries setting a new record that reflects the rapid global growth of e-sports. With the qualifiers concluded, teams from across the continents are preparing to compete in Riyadh across three competitions: Rocket League (Dec. 15–19), eFootball Console (Dec. 10–13) and eFootball Mobile (Dec. 10–13).
The Saudi national team, reigning Rocket League world champions, will defend their title on home soil at the SEF Arena, which will host the tournament with world-class standards and an exceptional viewing experience for esports fans both in the Kingdom and worldwide.
Commenting on the occasion, Rawan Al-Butairy, CEO of the Saudi Esports Federation, said: “We are delighted to once again host the world’s top national teams here at SEF Arena, reaffirming our commitment to developing gaming and esports in line with Saudi Vision 2030. Hosting this global championship provides an opportunity to showcase our national talent and reinforce the Kingdom’s position as an international hub for gaming and esports. We aim to deliver an unforgettable experience for both players and audiences alike.”
Christian Volk, director of eFootball and Gaming at FIFA, said: “Our partnership with the Saudi Esports Federation continues to set new benchmarks for national team e-sports. Bringing the FIFAe Finals to Riyadh showcases our shared ambition to elevate the competitive landscape and unite the world’s best players on one truly global stage.”
The event will also feature the first-ever FIFAe Summit on Dec. 18, bringing together key representatives from federations, publishers, and industry stakeholders to discuss the future of e-sports and its global expansion.
