FIFA has organized eSports tournaments since 2004 when it staged the first FIFA Interactive World Cup in Zurich. The FIFA eWorld Cup is the most prestigious FIFA eSports competition, attracting millions of players who enter through online qualification tournaments. FIFA eNations CupThe FIFA eNations Cup attempts to install national pride into eSports, with international federations picking the two best players in their country to participate. For example, the FIFA eWorld Cup and the ePremier League have both been broadcast on live television, helping to extend their reach. Deloitte predicts that by 2020, the global eSports market will generate $1.5 billion in annual revenues thanks to income from sponsorship and advertising.

Source: Forbes April 12, 2019 14:37 UTC