25 August 2023

Footballers from Man U and FC Barcelona to compete in GET Riyadh 2023

The 3rd season of the Global Esports Federation’s pro-series, the Global Esports Tour (GET), is set to launch on August 26-27, 2023, at Boulevard Riyadh City, as part of the Gamers8 festival.

Source: Global Esports Federation. Event poster for GET Riyadh 2023.
Source: Global Esports Federation. Poster for GET Riyadh 2023.

At the heart of the action will be KONAMI’s eFootball 2023, with a prize pool of US$50,000 up for grabs. Pro footballers Lotfi Derradji and Kilyan Katou Judex Faucheux from Manchester United, as well as Alejandro Alguacil Seguira and Saul Adrian Chavez Saucedo from FC Barcelona, will join e-footballers in battling it out.

Paul J. Foster, CEO of the Global Esports Federation, said, “GET Riyadh 2023 marks a significant milestone in the evolution of e-sports. This event represents the spirit of competition, innovation, and unity that defines e-sports on a global scale. As we gather some of the world's top e-football athletes under one roof, we look forward to witnessing unforgettable moments that will continue to shape the future of competitive gaming.” 

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