Why can t EA Sports use Juventus?

Juventus have actually struck a deal with EA Sports' rivals Konami to appear exclusively on their upcoming title eFootball Pro Evolution Soccer 2020 instead. That deal prohibits EA Sports - or anyone other than Konami, for that matter - from using the Juventus brand, including their official badge and kits.

Why can't FIFA have Juventus?

Juventus have been absent from EA Sports' FIFA franchise since FIFA 20 due to the Italian club having an exclusive agreement with Konami's eFootball series.

Do EA have the rights to Juventus?

This partnership will see EA SPORTS become Juventus' exclusive Sport Video Gaming Partner, with a fully authentic in-game integration that will feature Juventus' stadium, Allianz Stadium, along with the club's logo and kits.

Why are Juventus not on FIFA 22?

The team was a permanent fixture in EA's series until it was confirmed in July 2019 that Konami had signed it up to be an exclusive partner club in eFootball PES 2020. This exclusivity deal was a multi-year arrangement, meaning Juventus didn't feature in FIFA 20, FIFA 21 or FIFA 22.

Why did FIFA remove Juventus?

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) announced on Friday evening that Juventus had been deducted 15 points for “financial irregularities” and “false accounting” in relation to historic transfer dealings – the exchange of players between clubs.

JUVENTUS ARE NOT IN FIFA 20

Will Juventus ever come back to FIFA?

EA Sports announced in July 2022 that the 36-time champions of Italy would be returning to their platform after severing ties with Konami. A statement from the gaming giants read: “Juventus' home stadium - the Allianz Stadium - will return in FIFA 23, authentically recreated alongside the club's logo and iconic kits.

Will FIFA get Juventus back?

The news is particularly notable for the future. Starting in 2023, EA will be ditching its long-time partner FIFA for a newly branded franchise called EA Sports FC. The deal with Juventus appears to show that, despite the change in name, the series will continue to feature the biggest clubs in the world.

Why Italy is not playing in FIFA 22?

European champion Italy will not play in the 2022 World Cup after being beaten by North Macedonia in its play-off in Palermo. Italy has now failed to qualify for a second consecutive World Cup.

Why Ronaldo is not playing against Switzerland in FIFA 22?

Cristiano Ronaldo will not start the last 16 match against Switzerland on Tuesday. This comes on the heels of recent reports that Portugal coach Fernando Santos was not happy with Ronaldo's gestures after being subbed off against South Korea in their last group match. Pepe will captain the side tonight.

Is FIFA 23 the last FIFA?

It is the 30th and final installment in the FIFA series that is developed by EA Sports, and the final installment under the FIFA banner, and released worldwide on 30 September 2022 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.

Why did EA lose FIFA rights?

Key Background. Tensions had built for months as EA and FIFA worked to hash out a new contract, according to the New York Times. A major point of contention was FIFA's demand to double its licensing fee, which was already $150 million a year, the Times reported.

Did EA lose the license to FIFA?

EA splits from FIFA—will rebrand as EA Sports FC

FIFA, one of the most popular video game franchises, will be renamed EA Sports FC after the game's publisher, Electronic Arts Inc., failed to reach a new licensing agreement with the world soccer governing body of the same name.

Is FIFA ending contract with EA?

EA Sports, FIFA End Nearly 30-Year Video Game Partnership After Contract Negotiations. EA Sports is rebranding its popular world football video game and ending its long-running partnership with FIFA. The company announced Tuesday that EA Sports FC will launch in July 2023.

Why did Italy not make it to FIFA?

HOW DID THE WORLD CUP PLAYOFFS UNFOLD FOR ITALY? * Italy were on course to meet Portugal in the deciding playoff tie, but they missed out on the World Cup finals after losing 1-0 at home to North Macedonia thanks to Aleksandar Trajkovski's last-gasp strike.

Which country Cannot join FIFA?

Greenland is not a member of FIFA (as of February 2023) and therefore cannot play in the FIFA World Cup. In addition to FIFA, Greenland is neither a member of CONCACAF (although they have put in an application to join) or UEFA.

Why Italy is not playing in FIFA?

Italy will not be at the 2022 World Cup that kicks off on Sunday, as Roberto Mancini's side didn't manage to qualify for the tournament that will take place in Qatar. The Italian national failed to do so just a few months after winning the 2020 European Championship at Wembley against England.

Why is China not playing in FIFA 22?

Because China basically had no youth soccer program for the last 30–40 years. Will China ever host the FIFA World Cup? Sure. They've already hosted the Summer Olympics once and they will host the Winter Olympics in Beijing.

Why did Portugal drop Ronaldo?

It came after his angry reaction to being substituted in the final group game against South Korea and amid suspicions that Portugal are a better team without him. It meant Portugal played in a tournament knockout game without Ronaldo in the starting line-up for the first time since the semi-finals of Euro 2000.

Who is better Messi or Ronaldo?

Ronaldo has scored more goals and won two 'Best FIFA Men's Player' awards, but Messi has won more Ballon d'Or awards (7).

Why Belgium is not playing FIFA?

Belgium, No. 2 in the FIFA rankings, was eliminated after playing to a 0-0 tie with Croatia in Doha, Qatar. It needed a win to advance out of the group stage but squandered prime scoring chances against Croatia, which advanced with the draw.

Why is India not in FIFA?

The Suspension of AIFF by FIFA

Recently, the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) suspended the All India Football Federation (AIFF). The sudden suspension came after FIFA suspected undue third-party interference in the management of the AIFF, a breach of FIFA's statutes.

Why is China not in the World Cup?

But new information did emerge which indicated culture was a key reason behind China's situation. In particular, we found that data from the World Values Survey was significant: it suggested Chinese people typically placed notably more importance on work than leisure, compared with World Cup-winning countries.

When did FIFA lose Juventus rights?

The Italian team has been exclusive to Konami's PES/eFootball series since 2019.

Why did Juventus change their logo?

The goal of the facelift was to make Juventus appeal to what the club's marketing men termed "entertainment enthusiasts": global consumers of different ages and backgrounds who could be persuaded to buy into the Juve brand because it held the promise of new and exciting experiences, in the same way that people ...

What is Juventus new name in FIFA?

The end of the partnership between Juventus and EA Sports is the reason the Italian champions will be called Piemonte Calcio in FIFA 20.