eSuperliga 2024-25: Romania’s Path to Global EA Sports FC Pro Glory

The eSuperliga 2024-25 marks a significant milestone for Romania, being the country’s first officially affiliated league in the international EA Sports FC Pro competitive circuit. This new tournament offers a slot in the eChampions League and a qualification spot for the FC Pro World Championship 25, making it a landmark event in Romanian esports history.

Competition Format and Structure

The eSuperliga follows a structure designed to test the skills and strategies of its participants:

• Group Stage: From October 20, 2024, to April 2025, 16 teams compete in a single round-robin league format. Each team faces all others once, setting the stage for intense rivalries.
• eSuperCupa: The top 8 teams from the group stage advance to this single-elimination knockout stage, where the competition intensifies.

With a prize pool of €130,000, the stakes are high for Romania’s best EA FC 25 players, reflecting a growing connection between esports and online sports betting as fans engage more deeply with competitive gaming

Participants

The eSuperliga features 16 skilled players, each representing a Romanian football club:

1. Adrian Lapoși – CFR Cluj
2. Alexandru Bucur – Universitatea Cluj
3. Alexandru Moisii – FC Rapid 1923
4. Alexandru Țenescu – Petrolul Ploiești
5. Andrei Anghelina – AFC Hermannstadt
6. Andrei Hauca – FC Farul Constanța
7. Andrei Pițigoi – Buzău
8. c_emil99 – FCSB
9. Cosmin Vedeanu – UTA Arad
10. Daniel Constantinescu – Oțelul Galați
11. Mircea Catrina – FC Botoșani
12. Robert Buculeanu – Poli Iași
13. Robert Dumitru – Unirea Slobozia
14. Răzvan Puiu – Universitatea Craiova
15. Valentin Bîrleanu – Sepsi OSK
16. Valentin Ilie – Dinamo Bucharest

Highlights from the Stages So Far

Stage 1: Kickoff in Craiova

The tournament began on October 20, 2024, at the Multipurpose Hall in Craiova, showcasing thrilling matches:

• FCSB vs. Dinamo: Emil Constantinescu (FCSB) dominated with a 3-0 win over Valentin Ilie (Dinamo).
• Slobozia vs. SEPSI: A dramatic 4-3 victory for Robert Dumitru (Slobozia) highlighted tactical brilliance.
• CFR Cluj’s Stunning Start: Adrian Lapoși crushed his opponent with a decisive 7-0 win, raising questions about his potential dominance.

Image: eSuperligaro Facebook

Stage 2: Excitement in Sibiu

The Transilvania Hall in Sibiu hosted the second stage, filled with competitive matches and fan interactions:

• FC Rapid’s Winning Debut: Alexandru Moisii secured a hard-fought 2-1 win against Mircea Catrina (Botoșani).
• Hermannstadt’s Rising Star: Andrei Anghelina shone with a 5-1 victory over Dinamo’s Valentin Ilie.

Stage 3: Spectacle in Cluj-Napoca

The BT Arena saw memorable performances, including:

• Poli Iași vs. FCSB: A thrilling 4-4 draw featuring standout gameplay from both sides.
• Dominance by Răzvan Puiu: The University of Craiova’s representative maintained his unbeaten streak with tactical mastery.

Image: eSuperligaro Facebook

Stage 4: Drama in Botoșani

The Elisabeta Lipă Multipurpose Hall hosted electrifying matches:

• FC Rapid’s Commanding Win: Alexandru Moisii continued his impressive run with a 5-2 victory over Robert Dumitru (Slobozia).
• UTA Arad’s Goal Festival: Cosmin Vedeanu delivered a stunning 7-3 win against Robert Buculeanu (Poli Iași).
• CFR Cluj vs. Petrolul: A tactical clash saw Alexandru Țenescu secure a narrow 1-0 victory.

What’s Next?

The eSuperliga group stage is in full swing, with key matches shaping the standings and determining the top contenders for the eSuperCupa. The next stages are set to take place as follows:

• Park Lake – Bucharest: January 17, 2025
• Sports Hall – Arad: January 24, 2025
• Alive! Cluj – Cluj-Napoca: January 31, 2025

Fans can follow the action live on the eSuperliga YouTube channel or stay updated through the tournament’s social media platforms.