FIFA eWorld Cup on Sky Sports

PT KONTAK PERKASA FUTURES - The World Cup may be over but virtual football's equivalent is on it's way to Sky Sports in August with full coverage of the FIFA 18 Global Series.

PT KONTAK PERKASA FUTURES - Fresh from France being crowned champions on the field in Moscow, London will play host to esports version of football's premier competition, in the iconic surroundings of The O2.

PT KONTAK PERKASA FUTURES - More than 20million players from around the world started on the road to the FIFA eWorld Cup Grand Final, with the ultimate target of qualifying as one one of the world's best 32 players to duke it out for the title.

Last year's finale took place at Central Hall Westminster but such is the sport's rapid rise and popularity, a step up was required and having played host to Anthony Joshua, FIFA 18 heavyweights will get the chance in from for a huge crowd with the winner receiving $250,000 in prize money - the highest amount in competitive FIFA history to date.

"Competitive FIFA gaming has experienced fantastic growth in both viewership and participation over the last few years, and the FIFA eWorld Cup Grand Final will gather the best FIFA 18 players from around the world in one place," said FIFA's Chief Commercial Officer Philippe Le Floc'h.

"London will provide a great location for this tournament. FIFA and our partner EA SPORTS look forward to welcoming fans to this thrilling event."

All three days of the event will be live on Sky Sports Premier League channel and across Sky Sports' Facebook page.

Source : skysports.com