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Paulo Neto has made history by winning his second eMLS Cup title, leading Atlanta United to victory in the 2025 eMLS Cup. The Brazilian gamer secured his place as the most decorated player in eMLS history after an intense final against GuiBarros of the New York Red Bulls, ending with a dramatic 5-4 win.
Overview of eMLS Cup 2025
The 2025 eMLS Cup took place from March 12 to March 14, 2025, in New York City. Hosted at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the event brought together 14 of the top EA SPORTS FC competitors in North America, all competing for a share of the $50,000 prize pool and two direct spots in the EA FC Pro World Championship.
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— 🎮 Major League Soccer | #eMLS (@eMLS) March 15, 2025
The tournament format included a round-robin group stage, followed by a play-in phase for the middle-ranked players. The top four players from the group stage automatically advanced to the final bracket. Fans could attend the event for free by RSVP or watch the action live on Twitch and YouTube.
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Participants in eMLS Cup 2025
A total of 14 players representing Major League Soccer clubs competed in eMLS Cup 2025:
| Player | Team | Nationality |
|---|---|---|
| Paulo Neto | Atlanta United FC | Brazil |
| PHzin | New York City FC | Brazil |
| Loux11 | CF Montréal | France |
| GuiBarros | New York Red Bulls | Brazil |
| BeastUpChris | Charlotte FC | United States |
| Lamps | Orlando City | United States |
| Chris Lopez | Columbus Crew | United States |
| ThiagoCapo12 | Philadelphia Union | Honduras |
| KingCJ0 | D.C. United | United States |
| BenR | San Jose Earthquakes | United States |
| AlanAvi | FC Dallas | United States |
| K1John | St. Louis City SC | Egypt |
| RastaArtur | New England Revolution | Portugal |
| RedLac | Toronto FC | United Kingdom |
How Neto Reached the Final
Paulo Neto entered the tournament as one of the favorites, ranked 17th in the EA FC Pro World Rankings. He performed strongly in the group stage, finishing with eight wins, three losses, and two draws while scoring an impressive 101 goals across 13 matches.
In the quarterfinals, Neto defeated BeastUpChris (Charlotte FC) 5-3 after an early red card gave him the edge. The semifinals against RedLac (Toronto FC) were much closer. After a 3-3 draw, RedLac scored in extra time to take the lead, but Neto responded with two goals, securing a dramatic 5-4 win in the 116th minute.
The Final: Atlanta United vs. New York Red Bulls
The final saw Neto face GuiBarros (New York Red Bulls), who had been undefeated all week with 15 straight wins. GuiBarros opened the scoring early, but Neto fought back to take a 2-1 lead. GuiBarros equalized with the only power shot goal of the tournament, making it 2-2 at halftime.
In the second half, GuiBarros regained the lead twice, but Neto equalized each time. At 4-4 in the 76th minute, Neto scored the decisive fifth goal, securing a 5-4 victory and his second eMLS Cup title.
He’s done it AGAIN! 🤩@Pauloneto999 is your 2025 eMLS Champion. 👊 pic.twitter.com/J1GQrpRofZ
— 🎮 Major League Soccer | #eMLS (@eMLS) March 14, 2025
Record-Breaking Legacy
This win cements Neto’s place as the most successful player in eMLS history. It’s his second eMLS Cup title (his first came in 2022) and his fifth overall eMLS trophy, including League Series victories. Neto also secured direct qualification for the EA FC Pro World Championship, where he’ll represent Atlanta United on the global stage.
Since joining Atlanta United in 2020, Neto has won eight major titles and consistently competed at the highest level of competitive EA SPORTS FC gaming. His performance at the 2025 eMLS Cup further establishes him as one of the most dominant figures in the esports scene.
Final Standings and Prize Distribution
Here’s how the top finishers of the eMLS Cup 2025 ended up:
| Place | Player | Team | Prize Money | EA FC Pro World Championship Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Paulo Neto | Atlanta United | $20,000 | âś… |
| 2nd | GuiBarros | New York Red Bulls | $10,000 | âś… |
| 3rd-4th | PHzin | New York City FC | $5,000 | ❌ |
| 3rd-4th | RedLac | Toronto FC | $5,000 | ❌ |
What’s Next for Paulo Neto and eMLS
With this victory, Neto is set to compete in the EA FC Pro World Championship, where he’ll face the best gamers from around the world. His dominance at eMLS Cup 2025 shows that he remains one of the biggest names in the competitive scene and he’s not slowing down anytime soon.
