Portland Timbers to host Major League Soccer esports tournament February 15
The 2015 MLS Cup Champion Portland Timbers are playing host to a very awesome esports event this weekend at Pure Space in Portland.
The FIFA esports scene — tied to EA Sports’ video game franchise — has been booming in recent years, and the addition of Major League Soccer teams and the growth of the North American market has turned the eMLS series into a must-attend event for competitive soccer fans and gamers alike.
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As part of a three-series event, eMLS League Series Two arrives in the Pacific Northwest this very weekend. Portland Timbers affiliate pro, RCTID_Thiago (Edgar Guerrero), will be present in the list of competitors as he strives to bring a victory home for the Portland crowd. Part three of the series will wrap up the season during SXSW in Texas next month.
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What is the eMLS League Series Two?
The eMLS League Series Two event features 25 professional esports players vying for the championship title, and a $7,500 USD cash prize for first place.
All players will take part in a fast-paced 12-game regular season in order to qualify for the playoffs. The seven best players, and the home-town team, will then play in a live-streamed playoff event on Saturday, February 15.
When: Saturday, February 15, 2020
Time: 3 to 7 pm
Where: Pure Space — 1315 NW Overton St, Portland
Admission: Free, available online
You can also catch the action on the event’s live-stream on Twitch.
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