Neymar Joins Furia, Set to Lead Kings League Team
Football superstar Neymar Jr. has joined forces with Brazilian esports giant Furia, taking on the presidency of their media football team for the upcoming Kings League season. This follows his recent return to Santos FC after a stint with Al-Hilal. The announcement was made on February 19th, marking a significant step in the intersection of traditional sports and esports.
Table of Contents
- Neymar's Role in the Kings League
- Understanding the Kings League
- Neymar's Long-Standing Relationship with Furia
- Neymar's Broader Esports Involvement
Neymar's Role in the Kings League
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Neymar expressed his enthusiasm for joining Furia, highlighting his long-term support: "Anyone who follows me knows how much I've backed Furia since day one. Whenever my schedule allows, I'll be working closely with the team. I'm confident that the squad we assemble will consistently perform at a high level."
His primary responsibility is assembling Furia's Kings League roster. The 7v7 league requires a 13-player team; 10 players are drafted from a pool of 222 participants, with the president (Neymar) making the selections. Furthermore, the "president penalty" rule allows Neymar to participate in matches.
Understanding the Kings League
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Created in 2022 by Gerard Piqué and streamer Ibai Llanos, the Kings League has expanded from Spain to Italy and Central America. Matches are 2x20 minutes and feature unique gameplay elements, including "double goal" bonuses and temporary player removals. The Brazilian edition, taking place in São Paulo from March to April, includes prominent teams like Fluxo and Loud, and will be broadcast live on February 24th.
Neymar's Long-Standing Relationship with Furia
Neymar's support for Furia dates back to 2019, when they qualified for a CS:GO Major. He actively promoted the team on social media, celebrating their victories. One notable instance saw him exclaim, "Go Brazil! Go Furia! Today is hunting day for Art, headshots from Yuurih, and clutch moments from Kscerato!" He even attended a CS:GO tournament in Rio de Janeiro in 2023, comparing the atmosphere to the FIFA World Cup. His attempts to invest in Furia over the years are also well-documented.
Neymar's Broader Esports Involvement
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Neymar's passion extends beyond Furia. He's played exhibition matches with Fallen, interacted with s1mple, and maintains a close friendship with Furia CEO Andre Akkari, often consulting him on poker strategy.
With Neymar at the helm, Furia is well-positioned to make a significant impact on the growing media football and esports scene.
