The Virtual Bundesliga (VBL) returns, bringing its much-anticipated action to your screens as players compete to have their name etched in the history books and claim the title of VBL Champion, along with a share of the [insert prize pool here] prize pool.

Last season, VfL Bochum 1848 Esports star Jonny delivered a dominant performance, winning both the VBL Club Championship and the VBL Grand Finals, earning spots in the eChampions League and FC Pro World Championship.

However, with an elite lineup that includes FC Pro World Champion Vejrgang, his RBLZ Gaming teammates Umutand LevyFinn, and other top-tier EA SPORTS FC™ players representing Bundesliga’s biggest teams, the question remains: can Jonny defend his title, or will a new champion emerge?

Tournament Format

The VBL Grand Finals will take place on 25th-27th April, with the competition structured as follows:

Day 1

The Group Stage will see 10 teams divided into two groups. The top three players in each group will advance to the Knockout Stage.

The number one seeds from Group A and Group B will automatically advance to the semi-finals.

The remaining four players will battle it out in the quarter-finals for a spot in the semi-finals.

Day 2

The winners will progress to the Finals, where a new champion will be crowned.

Where to Watch

Fans can catch all the action live on the following platforms:

• Bundesliga YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bundesliga

• VBL Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vbl_official

• EA SPORTS FC Pro Twitch and YouTube channels (Finals coverage)

This season’s VBL Grand Finals promises to be a spectacular event, featuring some of the world’s best EA SPORTS FC™ players. Don’t miss the drama, the skill, and the crowning of a new champion—tune in and watch the action unfold!