The eChampions League is back for another exciting season, bringing together Europe’s top EA SPORTS FC™ players to compete for the region’s most prestigious prize.

Mirroring the excitement and grandeur of the UEFA Champions League, this year the eChampions League is adopting a format in line with the exciting new real world competition structure.

The eCL will see all 36 qualified pros representing real-world European football clubs compete in the new League Phase. Across two days of action, all players will compete in six games against other European FC Pro League qualified players on 16 and 17 May. The top 24 players will progress to the Knockout Phase on 18 May, as they vie for one of the eight eCL finals seats.

With the 2025 eChampions League final taking place on 28 May at Eisbach Studios in Munich, Germany, fans will also have the opportunity to attend the event. A limited number of tickets are available for fans to watch the action live and see this year’s European champion crowned.

Attendees can also enjoy the eCL fan activation area at Eisbach Studios, including UEFA Champions League memorabilia showcase.

Tickets will be available from 3rd April, details to be announced at a later stage.

Pathway to the eChampions League 2025

The eChampions League qualification process will be fiercely contested, with top players earning spots through some of Europe's top FC Pro leagues, including:

• ePremier League Finals (22-23 March)

• KPN eDivisie Finals (19 April)

• LALIGA FC Pro Finals (20 April)

• VBL Grand Final (26-27 April)

• eLigue 1 McDonalds Finals (28 April)

• eSerie A Goleador Finals (1-2 May)

League Phase Overview

Each FC Pro Partner League has a set number of qualification spots available for players aiming to secure a place in the 2025 eChampions League.