Electronic Arts (EA) has announced the launch of EA SPORTS FC Pro Mobile, the first official global esports ecosystem for the mobile title.

Scheduled for the 2026 season, the circuit introduces a structured competitive pathway involving online qualifiers, regional leagues, and international live events.

The initiative aims to formalise the mobile game’s competitive scene, culminating in the FC Pro Mobile World Championship, while providing a “clear path” for eligible players to reach the professional stage.

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The season structure is built around two “pinnacle events”: the Mid-Season Playoffs and the World Championship. Qualification begins with Global Qualifier #1, which features a ladder phase from 11–14 June 2026 followed by a playoff phase on the Battlefy platform. To be eligible, competitors must reach the “FC Champion” division in-game.

This global route is supplemented by regional pathways, including the SEA League for Southeast Asia and the MEA Qualifier for the Middle East and Africa. Furthermore, publisher-led leagues will operate in China, South Korea, and Vietnam, managed by Tencent, Nexon, and Garena, respectively.

“Our qualification system is designed to balance accessibility with competitive depth — giving players all around the world a chance to enter the ecosystem while preserving strong regional representation at the highest levels,” stated the EA SPORTS FC Pro team regarding the new structure.

The Mid-Season Playoffs, the first in-person live event of the year, will feature 24 players competing for a total prize pool of $100,000. The top eight performers from this event will secure direct entry into the 32-player World Championship. This tiered approach is designed to reward consistent performance across both online qualifiers and partner league competitions.

The launch of a formal mobile ecosystem by EA reflects a broader industry trend toward the professionalisation of mobile gaming in emerging markets. This move specifically targets the high-growth regions of Southeast Asia and Africa, mirroring the recent Africa at ENC mobilisation efforts.

For EA, integrating a mobile-first circuit alongside its existing FC Pro ecosystem for PC and console allows the publisher to tap into a massive, “mobile-first” demographic that currently dominates the competitive landscape in regions like India and Southeast Asia, as seen in the growth of titles like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, PUBG Mobile, and Honor of Kings.

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