With the ePremier League finals taking place between 25-26 March, we profile the gamers seeking glory for their clubs.
See: All clubs' profiles and who's in each group
ARSENAL
NAME: Kyle Rowley
AGE: 26
GAMER TAG: Kyrowley
SOCIAL HANDLE: @kyrowley28
CONSOLE: PlayStation
ePL HISTORY: 2022: Quarter-finals
Player Profile:
Kyle is a professional EA SPORTS FIFA player and semi-professional footballer, who has previously competed in the ePremier League for Aston Villa.
With a passion for football and esports, Kyle has been playing competitively for several years and has a reputation for his exceptional skill and strategic thinking, making him a formidable opponent and valuable asset to Arsenal.
Why should people be excited for the ePremier League?
"Great exposure and growing our presence in the competitive EA SPORTS FIFA scene."
What would it mean to you to win the ePremier League?
"It would be amazing to win the tournament, I felt unlucky last year and I’m excited to see how I perform this time round."
What formation and style of play do you adopt in-game usually?
"4-3-2-1 fast build up or 4-4-2 to dominate possession."
Who is the most underrated Premier League item in FUT 23?
"Rico Henry."
What has been your favourite moment in the ePL so far?
"Winning through the losers’ bracket. It was a tough game, but I was delighted to eventually qualify with a 3-2 win!"
ePL Invitational Highlights:
Picking his childhood friend, Rico Henry, as part of the Arsenal team for the ePL Invitational, Kyle showcased his attacking abilities in the Hot Potato challenge by scoring 2 goals in a 3-2 defeat to Brentford.
NAME: Billy Noble
AGE: 23
GAMER TAG: Billy
CONSOLE: Xbox
ePL HISTORY: 2022: Group stage, 2020: Group stage
Player Profile:
Billy is still a fresh face in the world of esports. As a member of Arsenal's 2021/22 ePremier League team, he has already begun to make a name for himself in the competitive EA SPORTS FIFA scene.
This year, Billy aims to build on his dramatic comeback win in the loser bracket this time around and put on a strong show for Arsenal.
Why should people be excited for the ePremier League?
"Because it's the biggest competition in the UK, featuring the best players all competing to win the trophy."
What would it mean to you to win the ePremier League?
"Winning the ePremier League would mean a lot to me, especially as I am representing my boyhood club."
What formation and style of play do you adopt in-game usually?
"I usually start with a balanced formation such as 4-4-2 or 4-2-2-2 to feel out the game and I adapt depending on my opponent's style or how it is flowing. My style of play is quite patient, I use a lot of skill moves in and around my opponent's box."
Who is the most underrated Premier League item in FUT 23?
"Bukayo Saka’s World Cup item."
What has been your favourite moment in the ePL so far?
"Coming back from a 2-1 deficit to win in the losers’ bracket, as it showed me that I have a strong mentality."
ePL Invitational Highlights:
Despite the motivational words from team captain, Elz, Adam was unable to produce the goods as Arsenal lost 3-2 to Brentford in the Hot Potato challenge.
