Neymar Takes the Helm at Furia's Media Football Team

Neymar Joins Furia Esports, Set to Lead Kings League Team

Football superstar Neymar Jr. has joined forces with Furia, Brazil's leading esports organization, as president of their media football team. This follows his recent return to Santos FC and marks a significant step into the world of esports for the renowned player. Neymar will spearhead Furia's entry into the Kings League, a unique gaming tournament blending 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." His primary responsibility is assembling Furia's Kings League roster. The 7v7 tournament features 10 teams, each with 13 players (10 drafted, 3 additional). Neymar will leverage his influence to recruit from a pool of 222 players. Furthermore, the "president penalty" rule allows him to participate in matches.

Understanding the Kings League

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Co-founded by Gerard Piqué and streamer Ibai Llanos, the Kings League, launched in 2022, has expanded globally. The Brazilian edition, taking place in São Paulo from March to April, will feature prominent teams like Fluxo and Loud, alongside a team led by streamer Gaules. The league's unique rules, such as "double goal" bonuses and temporary player removals, add an exciting dynamic to the matches. The draft and presentation event will be live-streamed on February 24th.

Neymar's Long-Standing Relationship with Furia

Neymar's support for Furia dates back to their 2019 CS:GO Major qualification. He actively promoted the team on social media, celebrating their victories and even attempting to acquire a stake in the organization. He's quoted as saying, "Go Brazil! Go Furia!" during key tournaments. His attendance at a Rio de Janeiro CS:GO tournament in 2023 further underscores his commitment.

Neymar's Broader Esports Involvement

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Neymar's involvement extends beyond Furia. He's participated in exhibition matches with Fallen and interacted with s1mple. His close friendship with Furia CEO Andre Akkari, a professional poker player, also highlights his deep connections within the gaming community. Akkari notes Neymar frequently seeks his poker advice.

With Neymar at the helm, Furia is poised to become a major force in the exciting intersection of media football and esports.