The first round of the Kings League MENA tournament kicked off last night (Friday) as part of Riyadh Season 2025, drawing large crowds and delivering an atmosphere filled with excitement and enthusiasm.
The tournament’s opening night featured eight teams led by some of the most prominent content creators and influencers in the region, offering fans a unique experience that blended entertainment, competition, and real time digital engagement in an unprecedented way.
The evening began with a thrilling clash between Team DR7, led by Saudi influencer Drb7h, and Team 3BS, led by Jordanian creator Hani Al-Qablan (Absi). The match showcased strong performances from both sides and ended with a decisive 7–2 victory for Team DR7.
In the second match, Team ULC (Ultra Chimicha), led by Moroccan creator Ilyas ElMaliki, faced Team TRB (Turbo FC), led by Egyptian influencer Tarboun. The high-energy encounter featured end-to-end action, with Turbo FC ultimately claiming a 5–2 win thanks to sharp attacking play and tactical discipline.
The third matchup saw an all-Kuwaiti showdown between Team FWZ, led by Fwaz, and Team ABO FC, led by AboFlah. The contest drew massive reactions from both stadium fans and online audiences, ending with a commanding 5–0 victory for FWZ.
The night concluded with a dramatic face-off between Team SXB, led by Saudi influencer SHoNgxBoNg, and Team RDZ (Red Zone), led by Jordanian Maherco. The intense match was packed with surprises and momentum shifts before SXB sealed a 6–2 victory.
Kings League MENA represents the regional edition of the global Kings League series, a football competition that merges real world play with innovative, game inspired rules such as secret cards, double goal periods, and surprise decisions, creating a uniquely interactive sporting experience.
The Kings League MENA matches will continue in Riyadh until mid-November, with weekly rounds leading up to the grand final on November 15, 2025, where the winning team will be crowned champion.
Hosting the tournament as part of Riyadh Season reaffirms the season’s position as a premier global destination for world-class sports and entertainment experiences, reflecting its diversity, creativity, and integration of sports, art, and technology — all contributing to establishing Riyadh as one of the world’s leading entertainment capitals.