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Manila, Philippines (November 9, 2026) — The road to Miami has its Philippine champion. After several weeks of
intense virtual football action, Jorrel Aristorenas has claimed the national
title and earned the opportunity to represent the country at the Red Bull Wings
Cup World Finals in Miami, USA, in January 2027.
In official partnership with EA SPORTS FC™ 27,
PlayStation®, Mineski Philippines, Glico, and TT Racing, the
National Final took place on November 7 at Matchpoint Sportsbar in Mandaluyong
City. The event brought together the country's top EA SPORTS FC™ 27 players
from the Open League and University League, giving them the chance to compete
in front of a live audience and represent the Philippines on the international
stage.
The Philippines' Top EA SPORTS FC Players
Face Off
Photo provided by Redbull.
The National Finals marked the culmination of
two qualifying leagues, both played in Rush Mode, EA SPORTS FC™ 27's fast-paced
5v5 mode. The Open League welcomed players through a series of in-person
qualifying matches, while the University League brought the competition to
participating campuses.
Following the qualifiers, the top eight
players from each league advanced to the National Finals, where they competed
for their respective league titles.
Ultimately, Jorrel has earned the title of Red
Bull Wings Cup 2026 Philippine National Champion.
The Road to Miami Continues
Photo provided by Redbull.
With the Philippine National Finals concluded,
Jorrel is now set to compete against top EA SPORTS FC™ 27 players from nearly
80 countries at the Red Bull Wings Cup World Finals in Miami, USA.
At Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium, the World Finals
will introduce a competition format that combines EA SPORTS FC™ 27 matches with
real-life football challenges, testing players' skills on and off the virtual
pitch.
After determining the Top 16, the competition
will feature additional knockout rounds played in unconventional settings,
including the stadium pitch using the jumbotron screen, a race car, a
speedboat, and a helicopter. (SUBJECT TO EVENTUAL CHANGES)
As the Philippine National Champion, Jorrel
will fly to Miami, joining international finalists for the opportunity to
compete for the Red Bull Wings Cup World Championship.
Bringing the Football and Gaming
Communities Together
Photo provided by Redbull.
Beyond the matches, the Philippine National
Final also brought together local gamers, football fans, and esports
enthusiasts for an event celebrating their shared passion for the game.
Attendees had the opportunity to experience
the competition up close, explore immersive gameplay zones, participate in
interactive challenges, and connect with fellow players, streamers, and
creators.
Former national team player Anton Del Rosario
hosted an exclusive open play at Cherry Turf during the National finals. By
providing on-ground mentorship and allowing attendees to test their skills on
the pitch, he highlighted the raw talent of Filipino footballers and showcased
how successfully the event merged the local sports and gaming communities.
The live energy also reached fans online
across the country. Content creator Jared Dillinger streamed the matches to his
Forked.gg
community, bringing traditional football fans and gamers together.
By bringing the Open League and University
League finalists together in one live event, Red Bull Wings Cup gave Filipino
gamers a platform to showcase their skills, connect with the local gaming
community, and compete for a place at the global championship.
Follow Jorrel's Road to Miami
The journey doesn't end at the National Final.
Follow Jorrel as they prepare to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull
Wings Cup World Final in Miami in early 2027. Stay tuned for competition
updates, player highlights, and more by visiting Red Bull Philippines’ official
website and following its social media pages (Facebook
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| Instagram
| TikTok)
to learn more
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