PHILIPPINES – 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
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
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
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 follow its social media pages (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok) to learn more.
