Fans of football and gaming are going to have something special, as Brazilian icons Ronaldo Nazário and Ricardo Kaká will finally face each other in the EA FC 25 Showmatch during the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025. The match was confirmed officially on August 6, 2025, when EWC posted about it on their X page.
Ronaldo vs Kaka Set for EWC 2025 EA FC 25 Showmatch
This will be the first time the two former World Cup winners and Ballon d’Or holders meet in a virtual football match. The showdown is fixed for August 9, 2025, 3 PM UTC (6 PM KSA), happening at the stc Esports Arena in Riyadh Boulevard City, Saudi Arabia. From what it seems, both of them will be using their own Ultimate Teams in EA FC 25, which makes the match even more exciting for fans.
Where and How to Watch Ronaldo vs Kaka Showmatch
Viewers from around the world can watch the action live through the Esports World Cup’s YouTube and Twitch channels. If anyone wants to see the match directly from the arena, tickets can be purchased either at the location or through the EWC website. The price for one ticket is 90 SAR, and it will surely be a moment to remember watching two football legends competing on a digital pitch.
This Showmatch will be happening alongside the EA FC 25 tournament in EWC 2025. The competition already starts today, August 7, 2025, with the group stage matches, and it will lead up to the Ronaldo vs Kaka game before moving to the final stages. The playoffs and finals are set for August 10, 2025, where it will be decided which esports player takes home the champion title this year.
With such big names stepping into the gaming arena, the EWC 2025 Showmatch is surely going to be one of the most talked-about moments of the year for both football and esports lovers.
