EA Sports renames FC Pro World Championship Trophy to honor Diogo Jota
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A tribute to Jota!
EA Sports has officially announced that they are doing a heartfelt tribute to the late football player, Diogo Jota. They are renaming the FC Pro World Championship Trophy to the Diogo Jota FC Pro World Championship Trophy.
This announcement was made after the recent first anniversary of the tragic passing of the Portuguese and Liverpool star. Letβs check out more details in this article.
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EA Sports honors Jotaβs passion for E-Sports
Jota was not only good at football on the field, but he was also good outside the field as well. He was also very passionate about esports.
He was a gamer who regularly competed in EA Sports FC tournaments and also supported the gaming community.
EA Sports has specifically stated that renaming the championship trophy reflects Jotaβs deep connection to EA FC esports.
They have also revealed that they are trying to explore additional ways to celebrate and preserve the legacy within the FC Pro ecosystem.
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Jotaβs family welcomes the tribute
Jotaβs widow has also expressed gratitude for this recognition. Their whole family was deeply moved by it. According to her, esports was one of Jotaβs greatest passions. He loved competing, playing with others and helping to grow the community.
She said that watching the future FC Pro champions hoist a trophy named after him means his legacy will live on for many years to come.
Conclusion
Jota has also previously founded LUNA esports, an organization that competed in EA Sports FC tournaments. During the FC Pro World Championship 2026, the newly renamed Diogo Jota FC Pro World Championship Trophy will be awarded for the very first time.
This is going to be part of the Esports World Cup from July 22 to July 27, 2026.
Why did EA Sports rename the FC Pro World Trophy?
EA Sports renamed the trophy to honor Jota on the first anniversary of his passing, recognizing his passion for esports and his contributions to the FC Pro community.
What is the new name of the FC Pro trophy?
The trophy is now officially called the Diogo Jota FC Pro World Championship Trophy.
When will the Jota FC Pro World Trophy be awarded?
The trophy will be presented for the first time during the FC Pro World Championship 2026, held at the Esports World Cup from July 22 to July 27, 2026.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a gaming journalist with a soft spot for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a strong understanding of game mechanics, he enjoys exploring what makes games special beyond just the gameplay. Inspired by titles like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh brings his own perspective to gaming stories. When heβs not writing or playing, he can usually be found watching anime or cheering for WWE superstars.