Konami finally released the eFootball 2025 July update. The biggest draw of the update is the return of Borussia Dortmund as a licensed team within the game, and some in-game missions that reward you with some cool stuff. The update is also part of the game’s overall 30th-anniversary celebrations and incorporates events with some of the biggest clubs in the world such as AC Milan, Arsenal, and Barcelona.
Borussia Dortmund Makes a Grand Return
Following years of absence, Borussia Dortmund is back in eFootball with a fresh agreement with Konami. This includes:
- Original club kits
- Player similarities
- The legendary Signal Iduna Park stadium
This is not limited to graphics. Dortmund’s true match atmosphere and legacy will now be experienced by fans in eFootball 2025.
Borussia Dortmund Campaign Breakdown
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The Borussia Dortmund Partnership Campaign gives you the chance to earn rewards through themed play opportunities, taking place from July 24, 2025 to August 7, 2025 (UTC):
Login Bonus
As a reward for logging in during the campaign period, players will receive 1 free “Club Selection: Borussia Dortmund” Chance Deal.
Themed Match Event
Using special AI designed for the campaign, users can earn another Dortmund Chance Deal by completing offline matches.
Mission Rewards
Players can earn another Chance Deal and 40,000 exp by using Dortmund players in matches and completing campaign missions to earn progress towards the rewards.
Live Update Bonus
All Borussia Dortmund players will earn an A-rate in Live Updates as part of the campaign, earning boosted live ability for Borussia Dortmund players throughout the campaign.
Summer Tour Campaign with AC Milan and Arsenal
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In the meantime, Konami has also introduced the Summer Tour Campaign, albeit this time with AC Milan and Arsenal. The prizes are:
- 1 Free Summer Tour Highlight Contract for logging in
- Golden Goal Pre-season Tour Event, whereby you can win up to 3 extra Highlight Contracts
This allows players to receive a maximum of 4 Highlight players from these teams through mere logins and gameplay.
Big Time Barcelona and Legendary Contracts
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Beyond club partnerships, the update features exclusive packs and legendary player access:
Big Time: FC Barcelona’s MSN Era
This limited-time 300-player pack includes:
- Messi, Neymar, and Suárez (MSN Trio)
- Iconic players like Xavi, Iniesta, Busquets, and Jordi Alba
Legends Assemble Special Contract
Players can now unlock legends like:
- Wayne Rooney
- Marco van Basten
- Fabio Cannavaro
- Paul Scholes
What’s Coming Next: August Mid-Season Update
Looking ahead, Konami has glamorized an update in mid-August 2025 that includes:
- Link Up: A system where managers can enhance team tactics.
- Treasure Link: A bingo-type reward system with unique progression and rewards.
Both will add more strategy and customization to the eFootball experience.
Final Thoughts
The July update is the most feature-heavy update to date in eFootball 2025. The return of Borussia Dortmund, themed events with several rewards, and other club-specific events with Milan and Arsenal are all on the table. Konami is holding nothing back when it comes to engagement and nostalgia here. Legendary cards, performance fixes, and roadmap plans for the future make this an update that every kind of player, casual fan, and long-time veteran will need to download.
