Format: Best of 1 (BO1)

Match Length: 9-minute halves

Match Type: Direct

Match Format

All matches will be played direct between the two players as Best of 1 (BO1) with 9-minute halves.

Players who have access to EA SPORTS FC Pro Mode are expected to use it for their matches.

If a player does not have access to FC Pro Mode, they must add their opponent as a friend and play the match using Classic Mode instead.

After completing their match, players must upload a picture of the final score using the FIFA.gg match option as evidence of the result.

Team Restrictions

All squad and team restrictions will follow the EA SPORTS FC 27 FC Pro Open Qualifier rules and restrictions set out by EA SPORTS and applicable at the time of the tournament.

These restrictions will follow the upcoming FC Pro Open Regional Qualifiers rules published by EA SPORTS.

Players are responsible for ensuring that their selected team and squad comply with all applicable EA SPORTS FC Pro Open Qualifier restrictions.

Streaming & Top 8

From the Top 8 onwards, one player from each match will be required to stream their game.

Tournament organisers may determine which player is required to stream where necessary. Players progressing to the Top 8 should ensure they have the necessary equipment and connection to stream their matches.

Points & Prizes

Points will be awarded based on a player's final finishing position in the tournament. Points earned will contribute towards the overall qualifier standings across the three qualifiers.

The points breakdown is as follows:

Finishing Position Points

🥇 1st Place 100 points

🥈 2nd Place 75 points

3rd–4th 60 points

5th–8th 45 points

9th–16th 30 points

Prizes will be awarded to:

- 🥇 1st Place: £100 + England Gaming gift

- 🥈 2nd Place: £50

Points earned across the three qualifiers will contribute towards the overall standings. The top-performing players across the three tournaments will qualify for the main event.

Further details regarding the overall qualification process and main event may be provided by the tournament organisers.

Disputes & Match Evidence

Any disputes, match issues, rule queries or complaints must be raised through the appropriate channels within the official England Gaming Discord.

Players requiring admin assistance during the qualifier should communicate this through the #qualifier-support channel.

Players are responsible for providing video clips, screenshots or other relevant evidence to support any dispute or rule complaint. Tournament organisers may not be able to make a decision on a dispute without sufficient evidence.

Players should retain relevant clips/screenshots from their matches where they believe a rule may have been broken.

Players must also upload a picture of their final match score through the FIFA.GG match option following completion of their match.

Tournament organisers will review submitted evidence and make the final decision where required.

Player Eligibility

Players participating in the tournament must be UK residents, unless they have received explicit permission from the tournament organisers to participate.

The qualifier is open to players of all skill levels.

By entering and playing in the qualifier, players agree to follow these rules and any additional instructions provided by the tournament organisers.

Players who successfully qualify for the main event through the three-qualifier series agree to commit to participating in the main event. By entering and participating in the qualifier, players acknowledge and accept this commitment should they qualify.

The main event will be subject to any additional rules, requirements and instructions provided by the tournament organisers.