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
BRENTFORD
NAME: Adam Ryan
AGE: 21
GAMER TAG: Adam Ryan
SOCIAL HANDLE: @AdamRyanFIFA
CONSOLE: PlayStation
ePL HISTORY: 2019: Group stage
Player Profile:
Professional EA SPORTS FIFA player for Scotland, Adam, is back competing in the ePL after making his debut in 2019 for Watford.
After scoring a 120th minute winner in qualifying, Adam expects many more twists and turns in this year's competition and is hoping to make his family proud with his performances.
Why should people be excited for the ePremier League?
"All the best players in the UK are playing against each other representing Premier League clubs with an exciting format that ensures plenty of shocks, twists, and turns will happen."
What would it mean to you to win the ePremier League?
"Everything. I want to make my family proud, especially my Dad. It would also be special to win it with my team-mate.
"We've been on a crazy journey together with many highs and lows since we met in 2019. Winning this together would be the pinnacle."
What formation and style of play do you adopt in-game usually?
"4-3-2-1. I like to change my style based on how the opponent is playing. I can play every style and formation well this year, so I like to choose based on the opponent's weaknesses."
Who is the most underrated Premier League item in FUT 23?
"Joe Aribo."
What has been your favourite moment in the ePL so far?
"Scoring in the 120th minute to qualify for the ePremier League. It’ll be hard to beat that feeling!"
ePL Invitational Highlights:
Just like his team-mate, Adam utilised Ginola’s prowess on EA SPORTS FIFA 23 to score one of the highlight goals of the invitational as Brentford went on to defeat Arsenal in the Hot Potato challenge.
NAME: Gary McInnes
AGE: 25
GAMER TAG: xBigStuff
SOCIAL HANDLE: @xBigStuff
CONSOLE: Xbox
ePL HISTORY: Debut
Player Profile:
Professional EA SPORTS FIFA player for Scotland and Commonwealth esports silver medallist, Gary will be hoping to make an impact on his ePL debut.
Often opting for a five at the back formation, Gary will aim to gain the upper hand on his opponents through solid defensive work and a fast paced attack.
Why should people be excited for the ePremier League?
"It's the biggest UK event of the year."
What would it mean to you to win the ePremier League?
"It would mean absolutely everything to me."
What formation and style of play do you adopt in-game usually?
"Five at the back formations are my specialty, but I can use four fine as well. I usually play fast-paced but can adjust to a slower pace when needed."
Who is the most underrated Premier League item in FUT 23?
"John McGinn."
What has been your favourite moment in the ePL so far?
"Erling Haaland performed well, grabbing all my goals in the Brentford playoffs!"
ePL Invitational Highlights:
Gary got Brentford off to a flying start in the ePL Invitational with a cushioned header from David Ginola in the opening 10 minutes of the Hot Potato Challenge, leading Brentford to a 3-2 win against Arsenal.
