Mamelodi Sundowns Set to Feature for The First Time in FIFA 23!
Mamelodi Sundowns Set to Feature for The First Time in FIFA 23! The Brazilians continue to break boundaries on a seemingly daily basis.
Mamelodi Sundowns Set to Feature for The First Time in FIFA 23! The Brazilians continue to break boundaries on a seemingly daily basis.
Mamelodi Sundowns will feature as the only African team in FIFA 23. This is the first time that they will be in the global video game.
Soweto Giants Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have featured in the FIFA franchise for over 10 years. However, there were always calls to have more local teams, particularly Sundowns.
So, finally, the most successful team in South Africa will be featured in the FIFA franchise.
“Mamelodi Sundowns are proud to announce a historic new partnership with EA SPORTS which sees the club positioned as the only African team in the latest edition of the world-renowned FIFA 23 video game title.” A club statement read.
“In an official announcement on Friday, it has been confirmed that South Africa’s reigning domestic league champions will feature in FIFA 23, the latest season of the game, when it launches on 30 September 2022.
“The agreement designates EA SPORTS as Sundowns’ exclusive sports video gaming partner, while there are numerous in-game integrations that will pay homage to the rich heritage, legacy and success of a team also affectionately known as Masandawana.
“As an ambitious, inspiring, dynamic, and entertaining family-rooted club that aspires to be the biggest African football team in the world, this announcement serves as further recognition of Sundowns’ ever-increasing global appeal.
“Along with EA SPORTS’ introduction of Mamelodi Sundowns, new club partnerships also include Rangers F.C and Celtic F.C, in addition to extended partnerships with Tottenham Hotspur F.C. and Leeds United who all, alongside a renowned roster of partners, continue to help deliver the most authentic and immersive experiences for football fans globally.” The club announced.
Fans will be eagerly awaiting to see how their favourite players are rated on the videogame. Mamelodi Sundowns Set to Feature for The First Time in FIFA 23!