"eISL is the biggest platform that any FIFA professional player can ask for": Emaad Jameel Ahmed, NorthEast United FC player
eISL, or the online Indian Super League, is one of the biggest platforms a FIFA professional player can dream of. The first season of the tournament commenced in November 2021. Competing in a series of matches, a total of 11 teams represented various regions of India.
NorthEast United FC is one of the clubs competing in eISL and was atop the league standings a few weeks ago. In conversation with Sportskeeda Esports’ Debolina Banerjee, Emaad Jameel Ahmed, one of the players representing NorthEast United FC, talked about his journey as a professional gamer, his experience in the eISL, his dreams of taking part in the FIFA Global Series, and more.
Emaad: The life of a professional FIFA player is not as easy as people claim it to be, especially comparing it to a casual player who generally plays for fun with their friends. A professional player has to study their own game style and the meta of the game to perform to the best of their ability.
My life as a professional player has been phenomenal. I am overwhelmed with the community and the other professional players I have met along the way. I was inspired by my love for football and always wanted to recreate my favorite team’s (Barcelona) game style when I played. The COVID-19 pandemic did help the situation as I got the opportunity to showcase my skills and sharpen them. The journey so far has not been easy and is far from being complete!
Emaad: The FIFA esports scene was in a very stale place for a period of time but it has picked up pace. From having only small tournaments locally to India being eligible for the FIFA Global Series, it is a massive landmark for FIFA esports in the country. eISL has also played an important part in its growth.
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