CONMEBOL eLibertadores Returns for EA FC 25

South American esports fans, it’s time to gear up! The CONMEBOL eLibertadores 25, the region’s biggest EA SPORTS FC Pro competition, is back for its fifth edition. With a prize pool of over $100,000 and two seats up for grabs at the EA SPORTS FC Pro World Championship, this year’s tournament promises intense competition and thrilling gameplay.

For fans who appreciate strategy and analysis, this tournament offers plenty to dive into. Unlike games of pure chance, such as casino slots, the outcomes here are shaped by player performance, team form, and well-thought-out gameplay decisions. This makes following the competition more about understanding the details and enjoying the tactical side of esports.

Key Details and Dates

The tournament begins with online qualifiers, narrowing the field to the top 16 players for the in-person Finals. Here’s a quick breakdown:

• Registration: Open from December 2, 2024, to January 17, 2025.
• Qualifier Phase I: Scheduled for January 18-19, 2025, using a single-elimination format. The top 32 players move on to Phase II.
• Qualifier Phase II: Takes place February 15-16, 2025, featuring a Swiss group stage followed by a double-elimination bracket. This phase includes players from the October EA SPORTS FC Pro Open Ladder and CONMEBOL-affiliated club players.
• Finals: Set for May 2025, with 16 finalists battling it out in person. The event will be live-streamed on Twitch and YouTube, with details provided closer to the date.

How To Participate

To enter, players must:

• Be at least 16 years old or meet the age of majority in their country.
• Be legal residents of eligible South American countries.
• Own EA SPORTS FC 25 on PlayStation 5.
• Have valid EA, Battlefy, and Discord accounts.

Registration is open until January 17, 2025, on the official Battlefy site.

What’s New This Year?

The 2025 edition introduces a few key updates to enhance both player and viewer experiences:

• Expanded Eligibility: Players signed to CONMEBOL-affiliated football clubs now have direct invitations to Qualifier Phase II, creating a higher level of competition from the outset.
• Enhanced Draft Mechanic: The Finals will feature a refined FC Pro Draft mechanic for squad building, requiring strategic planning and adaptation.
• Local Representation: The tournament maintains its commitment to showcasing South America’s esports scene, ensuring representation from across the region.

Finals Schedule

The organizers have also revealed the schedule for the finals next summer. The 16 finalists are split into four groups (A-D) based on their FC Pro World Ranking. Each group uses a double-elimination format, with the top two players advancing to the Knockout Stage.

The Knockout Stage is a single-elimination bracket where 1st-place players face 2nd-place players from other groups. Winners progress until the champion is crowned. Here’s how the schedule looks:

Prize Pool

With $106,000 in total prizes, here’s how the rewards are distributed:

• Champion: $35,000
• Runner-Up: $25,000
• 3rd-4th Places: $12,000 each
• 5th-8th Places: $3,000 each
• 9th-12th Places: $1,500 each
• 13th-16th Places: $1,000 each

The top two competitors will also secure spots in the EA SPORTS FC Pro World Championship, a global tournament where South America’s finest take on the world’s elite.