Match Setup

• Platform: PlayStation 5 (PS5)
• Game title: EA SPORTS FC 25 (latest update)
• Mode: Kick-Off Mode / 1v1 / Classic Match

Format:

• Single-elimination tournament
• Each match is BO1 (Best of 1)

Team Selection:

• Only club teams are allowed
• National teams are not permitted

Match Settings

• Half length: 8 minutes
• Stadium: No home stadiums of selected teams
• Weather: Night – Clear
• Match ball: Default
• Camera settings:
  • Co-op or Classic
  • Players may choose based on mutual agreement

Team Selection:

• Players may not choose the same team as their opponent

→ Example: Both players may not select Real Madrid

Prohibited:

• Game bugs, glitches, or illegal squad modifications

Allowed:

• Custom tactical formations
• Player instructions and adjustments

Preparation Time:

• Each player has a maximum of 5 minutes to set up their squad before the match

Team Ban Phase:

• Each player has 2 ban slots
• Banned teams may not be selected
• Both players declare their bans to the referee before the match

Automatic Loss:

• A player will be automatically disqualified if losing by a 5-goal margin (match ends immediately)

First Pick Decision:

• The referee will flip a coin to decide which player picks their team first

If tied after 90 minutes (BO1):

• Play extra time
• If still tied → penalty shootout

Prohibited Unsportsmanlike Behavior:

• Intentional delay
• Own goals
• Taunting the opponent

Violations:

• May result in a warning or disqualification

Monitoring & Appeals:

• All final decisions belong to the referee and the Organizing Committee