Casablanca Set to Welcome FIFAe Continental Championship Africa 2026
The Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games (FRMJE) has officially announced that Casablanca will host the FIFAe Continental Championship Africa 2026 from August 27 to 29. This highly anticipated event is being organized in collaboration with FIFA, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), the city of Casablanca, and the African Esports Confederation (ACES). The gathering will signify a monumental occasion in the realm of esports, particularly football simulation gaming.
Morocco is one of five nations selected to host the FIFAe Continental Championships for 2026, joining Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, and Portugal. These championships will be held across five continents between August and September, serving as a crucial phase in the global "Road to the FIFAe Finals 2026" campaign, which anticipates participation from over 120 countries. This event acts as the last major continental meeting before the FIFAe World Cup 2026, emphasizing Morocco's growing influence on the global esports stage.
During the three-day event in Casablanca, thirteen African nations will compete, featuring eight teams in each of the three disciplines: eFootball Mobile on August 27, eFootball Console on August 28, and Rocket League on August 29. The competition promises to be fierce, as the top teams from the continent vie for the inaugural FIFAe African Championship titles and coveted spots in the FIFAe World Cup 2026. In each discipline, the two finalist teams will secure their places in this prestigious global competition.
This event not only underscores Morocco's capabilities to organize significant international competitions but also solidifies its position in the world of esports, particularly in football simulation games. As the host city, Casablanca is poised to deliver an unforgettable experience for players and fans alike, showcasing the best of African esports talent.
As reported by yabiladi.com.
