DOPENESS Players Selected for FIFAe Nations League 2026 as Japan's Representatives

DOPENESS Players to Represent Japan in FIFAe Nations League 2026

The excitement is palpable as DOPENESS, a professional esports team based in Tokushima, Japan, announces that its players, Nagi and AO, have been selected to represent Japan in the highly anticipated FIFAe Nations League 2026. This announcement was made public by the Japan Football Association, marking a significant achievement for both players as they set their sights on competing in the FIFAe World Cup 2026.

The FIFAe Nations League, organized in collaboration with FIFA and Konami Digital Entertainment, is the pinnacle of competitive esports in football, featuring the renowned title 'eFootball.' In anticipation of the 2026 World Cup, an impressive 14 million participants from across the globe, with around 970,000 from Japan alone, have registered for the qualifying rounds. Nagi and AO demonstrated exceptional skill and perseverance, ultimately emerging victorious from a highly competitive field to secure their spots on the national team.

The Japanese squad comprises eight elite players, with Nagi and AO proudly representing the mobile division. Their path to the world stage will involve navigating the Asian qualifiers, including the FIFAe Nations League and the FIFAe Continental Championship.

Players' Comments

Nagi, who expressed his pride and responsibility as a member of the national team, said, "Standing on this stage as a representative of Japan fills me with emotion. Wearing the uniform for the first time, I truly feel the weight of this responsibility. This is not the end, but the beginning. I will focus on each play and strive to secure a spot in the regional qualifiers. I carry the hopes of everyone who has supported me, and I will demonstrate my resolve through results. Let’s stay calm and win together. Vamos! Japan!" You can follow Nagi on X.

AO also expressed excitement for the opportunity to compete at the international level, noting, "I am incredibly excited to be able to compete as a representative of eJapan. While embracing my own style of play, I will also focus on achieving results to help Japan succeed on the world stage. Thank you for your support!" AO's updates can be found on X.

Upcoming Schedule

- FIFAe Nations League (Asia Round 1)

- Streaming from May 5 (Tue) to May 7 (Thu) (Mobile Division)
- Streaming from June 8 (Mon) to June 10 (Wed) (Mobile Division)
- Streaming from July 7 (Tue) to July 9 (Thu) (Mobile Division)

- FIFAe Continental Championship (Asia Round 2): July to September
- FIFAe World Cup 2026: October to November

About DOPENESS

DOPENESS is a trailblazing esports team hailing from Tokushima, Japan, dedicated to promoting the local esports scene while aspiring to make waves on the global stage. Their slogan, "From Tokushima (Shikoku) to the World," encapsulates their mission to build achievements in the competitive arena and foster community development through esports and educational partnerships. With a proud record of participation in international competitions, including the Esports World Cup, which boasts a prize pool exceeding 10 billion yen, DOPENESS consistently makes strides in both domestic and international esports.

For more information, visit DOPENESS's website or follow them on X. Check out their online store and YouTube channel as well: Online Store | YouTube.

Sponsorship Opportunities

DOPENESS is actively seeking sponsors to support their team members, including the national representatives. Companies interested in aiding players challenging at the world stage and contributing to the growth of Japan's esports scene are encouraged to reach out at [email protected].