Non-Badge SXSW Event:  eMLS CUP
March 10, 2022 |
By Dani Dudek
eMLS Cup


SXSW is bringing in esports into their mix of events! Major League Soccer in collaboration with Coca-Cola are hosting the eMLS cup at SXSW 2022.

Experience live FIFA esports in a festival atmosphere! Professional FIFA 22 gamers, each representing an MLS Club, will be battling on stage at the iconic ACL Live to be crowned the best FIFA player in North America.

Highlights:

  • Watch elite FIFA esports right in the heart of downtown.
  • Join Austin FC and their supporters group in cheering on Austin’s own eMLS Player ‘xVerde.’
  • Enjoy a post-party concert by KennyHoopla.
  • Free drink tickets!
  • Receive limited edition eMLS giveaways.
  • Customize your own eMLS Cup jersey.
  • Create a personalized FIFA Ultimate Team (FUT) card.
  • Play FIFA22 at open-play stations.

eMLS Cup is an Official Qualifying Event of the EA SPORTS FIFA 22 Global Series. The top three finishers at eMLS Cup progress to the Global Series Playoffs for a shot at the FIFAe World Cup title.

Tickets are free but do not guarantee entry. It will be first come first serve at the venue door. 

The eMLS Cup event is happening at ACL Live on Sunday, March 13 from 2 to 5:30pm. Claim your tickets here.

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