May 7, 2021
EA is committed to ensuring its players are competing in a safe and respectful environment as noted in the Electronic Arts Competitive Gaming (CGE) division Expectations for Inclusive Play.
This year we’re focusing our communication when announcing EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series penalties to only include players mathematically within reach of a Regional Playoffs seat based on EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Rankings, or individuals of interest within the competitive FIFA community. Outside of this group, all FUT Champions Verified players will continue to receive penalties for Official Rules and Code of Conduct violations.
By registering to compete in the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series, competitors agree to the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Rules, which include the following:
FUT Champions Verified players must meet the standard of conduct that is reflected in the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Official Rules and Code of Conduct. The following actions are being taken against players for violations of these agreements.
Penalty
One Year Suspension
Consequence
EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series suspension for one full year (365 days). This penalty applies to global competitive eligibility, which includes all EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series events, qualifiers and associated events (including partner events) during the period of suspension.
Explanation
Suspended in response to account behavior discovered during ongoing FUT Verified player vetting.
Specifically, the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Code of Conduct violation for which the player is being disqualified is:
Penalty
One Year Suspension
Consequence
EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series suspension for one full year (365 days). This penalty applies to global competitive eligibility, which includes all EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series events, qualifiers and associated events (including partner events) during the period of suspension.
Explanation
Suspended in response to account behavior discovered during ongoing FUT Verified player vetting.
Specifically, the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Code of Conduct violation for which the player is being disqualified is:
Penalty
One Year Suspension
Consequence
EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series suspension for one full year (365 days). This penalty applies to global competitive eligibility, which includes all EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series events, qualifiers and associated events (including partner events) during the period of suspension.
Explanation
Suspended in response to account behavior discovered during ongoing FUT Verified player vetting.
Specifically, the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Code of Conduct violation for which the player is being disqualified is:
Penalty
One Year Suspension
Consequence
EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series suspension for one full year (365 days). This penalty applies to global competitive eligibility, which includes all EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series events, qualifiers and associated events (including partner events) during the period of suspension.
Explanation
Account behaviour was detected for more than 200 FUT Champions Verified accounts violating the EA SPORTS Terms of Service since our last Penalty Announcement. The players receiving this penalty were contacted by EA.
Specifically, the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Code of Conduct violations for which the players have received the one year suspension are:
The EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series team takes all Official Rules and Code of Conduct violations seriously. If you wish to report violations made by EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series FUT Champions Verified competitors please email details of the incident including dates, screenshots, and a statement about what happened to eafifaleagueops@ea.com.
The EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series Official Rules and Code of Conduct allow for disciplinary action to be taken against players determined to be in violation per Section 3.6:
Further, the Penalties section of the Code of Conduct allows for punishment up to and including Disqualification from the EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series and future competitions. EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series Penalties can be appealed by contacting eafifaleagueops@ea.com.