The 2024 eLiga Portugal has culminated in an exhilarating final of virtual football at the Convento de São Francisco in Coimbra, where FC Famalicão emerged victorious, claiming the title of 2024 eLiga Portugal Champions in a breathtaking final against Estoril Praia 22 Esports.
This season’s tournament, with matches played across renowned stadiums including Estádio da Luz, Estádio do Dragão, and Municipal de Braga, ended in Coimbra with the finals coinciding with the Coimbra BD 2024 event.
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The Grand Finale
The final was a rollercoaster of emotions. FC Famalicão and Estoril Praia 22 Esports ended their first meeting in a 2-2 draw, with both teams showing great resilience and comeback abilities. The second duel was equally gripping, with the score locked at 0-0 until the end of regulation time.
In extra time, the game’s intensity peaked as FC Famalicão initially took the lead only for Estoril to level the score moments before the potential penalty shootout. However, in a dramatic twist, FC Famalicão netted a last-minute goal, clinching the championship with a 4-3 victory.
Celebrations and Acknowledgments
The trophy presentation was a memorable moment, with Hélton Arruda, Ambassador of Liga Portugal and a former professional football player, awarding the champions.
FC Famalicão’s journey to the title included impressive wins over Gil Vicente FC Apogee in the quarterfinals and Estrela Amadora in the semifinals.
Amor e P̷e̷r̷d̷i̷ç̷ã̷o̷ 🏆 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗔̃𝗢 🏆 Uma nova história foi escrita hoje ✍️ #eLigaPortugal #ForgingStarsDefyingLimits pic.twitter.com/BoXVp5nwC4
— eLiga Portugal (@eligapt) April 28, 2024
Looking Ahead
As national champions, FC Famalicão is not only celebrating their domestic success but also preparing to represent Portugal on the international stage.
Yuval “YuvalBeli” Blizovsky will participate in the FC Pro World Championship Play-Ins where he could face Proximus ePro League winner Rudi Ekmen. Meanwhile his teammate João “rikhard11” Lourenço will take part in the 2024 eChampions League next month.
Prize and Prestige
The eLiga Portugal 2024 offered a substantial prize pool of €50,000 EUR, with FC Famalicão earning the lion’s share for their outstanding performance.
The eLiga Portugal 2024 was a spectacle of virtual football, packed with skill, strategy, and suspense. FC Famalicão’s victory adds a thrilling chapter to the annals of the tournament, setting a high benchmark for future competitions and continuing to highlight the growing prominence and excitement surrounding eSports in Portugal.