Dhaka, Bangladesh — In a landmark moment for Bangladesh’s esports journey, the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) organized the Bangladesh Qualifiers for the FIFAe World Cup 2025 Console category with an exciting LAN event held on 5th September 2025 at Osmani Memorial Auditorium, Dhaka.
After a day of intense competition, PRIME XI (MH PRANTO & RAFI) were crowned champions, while The Final Phantom (Abdur Rahman Sostar & Al Amin) secured the runner-up position. Both teams have now booked their tickets to the Asia East & Oceania Regional Online Qualifiers, marking Bangladesh’s first-ever entry into the FIFAe World Cup Console pathway.
What’s Next for Team Bangladesh
- Regional Online Qualifiers (Console): From 17–28 September 2025, Bangladesh will battle against other Asia East & Oceania nations for one of the three available slots for the FIFAe World Cup 2025 Finals.
- FIFAe World Cup Finals: The global showdown is set for 10–13 December 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where 12 national teams will compete in the 2v2 console “Dream Team” format.
Why This Is a Big Deal
- This is Bangladesh’s first-ever qualification for the FIFAe World Cup Regional Qualifiers, a milestone in the nation’s growing esports ecosystem.
- Organized and backed by the Bangladesh Football Federation, the qualifiers show official recognition and support for esports under the football umbrella.
- The LAN finals at Osmani Memorial Auditorium gave fans and players a real taste of the competitive atmosphere, further boosting the esports culture in Bangladesh.
Quick Recap
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Organizer | Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) |
| Event Type | LAN Qualifiers at Osmani Memorial Auditorium, Dhaka (5 Sept 2025) |
| National Champions | PRIME XI (MH PRANTO & RAFI) |
| Runners-up | The Final Phantom (Abdur Rahman Sostar & Al Amin) |
| Regional Online Qualifiers | Asia East & Oceania, 17–28 Sept 2025, 3 slots available |
| World Cup Finals | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 10–13 Dec 2025, 12 national teams, 2v2 format |
This achievement is a historic step for Bangladesh in the world of esports. With the leadership of the Bangladesh Football Federation and the talent of our players, the country is ready to showcase its strength on the international stage.
Congratulations to PRIME XI and The Final Phantom — Bangladesh is cheering for you!
