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The 2025 Virgin Media ELOI (eLeague of Ireland) is underway, bringing some of the best Irish FC 25 players together in a competitive format as part of the FC Pro ecosystem.
The tournament kicked off on February 6 and will run for five weeks before culminating in the Grand Final. The ELOI offers players not only the chance to be crowned Irish champion but also a potential path to the FC Pro World Championship and the eChampions League.
Tournament Format and Structure
The 2025 Virgin Media ELOI follows a straightforward competitive structure with a 1v1 Ultimate Team format, played exclusively on PlayStation 5 using EA SPORTS FC 25. The competitive nature of the ELOI reflects the growing popularity of esports in Ireland, where platforms like 1xBet have also gained traction among fans looking to engage with football and esports events.
Here’s how the competition is structured:
Group Stage
- 20 players have been divided into four groups (A–D) of five players each.
- The group stage follows a Double Round-Robin format, where each player faces the others in their group twice.
- The top two players from each group advance to the playoffs.
Playoffs
- The playoffs follow a single-elimination format, starting with the Quarterfinals and leading up to the Semifinals and the Grand Final.
- The winner will be crowned the 2025 Virgin Media ELOI champion.
The new Virgin Media ELOI season kicks off tonight and is live now!
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— League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) February 6, 2025
Current Group Standings
Here are the current group placements and the players representing their respective clubs in the 2025 edition of ELOI:
Group A
- Tyrone Ryann – Shamrock Rovers
- JP Sleator – Shelbourne FC
- EmeraldMH – Wexford FC
- Colin Meagher – Treaty United
- Kearneyyy – Athlone Town
Group B
- Welly – Cork City FC
- JDelaneyy – Derry City FC
- ItsDuffyyyyy – Finn Harps FC
- ShaneoSull – Dundalk FC
- JackMC51 – St. Patrick’s Athletic FC
Group C
- Owen Mulligan – Drogheda United
- ImDooleyyy – Cobh Ramblers FC
- Jordaan281 – Waterford FC
- JackyFitz15 – Longford Town FC
- Glitch8D – Kerry FC
Group D
- Jake24X – Sligo Rovers FC
- XAMPL – Bray Wanderers
- Dawidoos – Bohemian FC
- Jackhxanna – UCD AFC
- Gaube – Galway United FC
What’s at Stake
While there’s no direct prize pool for the Virgin Media ELOI, the top performers will have a shot at competing on a larger stage. Successful players can qualify for the FC Pro World Championship and the eChampions League which are two of the biggest events in the FC Pro calendar:
- FC Pro World Championship – Features a $1,000,000 prize pool.
- eChampions League – Offers nearly $300,000 in prize money.
Path to the FC Pro World Championship
The FC Pro World Championship is the highlight of the FC Pro season, where the best players from around the world compete for the title and a significant share of the $1,000,000 prize pool. Here’s how players can qualify:
- 8 players from the FC Pro Open
- 20 players from FC Pro Leagues (including the ELOI)
- 4 players from the Play-Ins (featuring 28 players from the Open Cups and around 20 players from select Pro Leagues)
The World Championship will bring together 32 players, with the winner earning the title of FC Pro World Champion. For those following the action or looking to explore more football-related content on the go, the 1xBet download app offers an easy way to stay updated with the latest matches and events.
Defending Champion
JP Sleator, representing Shelbourne FC, enters the tournament as the defending champion. Last season, he not only won the ELOI but also secured a spot in the FC Pro Play-Ins and the eChampions League. He’ll be aiming to defend his title and secure another spot at the global events.
The 2025 Virgin Media ELOI promises intense competition as players aim to secure a path to the international stage. With no direct prize money at stake, the real reward comes from securing a shot at competing for the massive FC Pro and eChampions League prize pools.
