Kings League MENA, the latest circuit in the rapidly growing media football league of the same name, had its opening presentation on August 10. This livestream was part of the ongoing Esports World Cup 2025 spectacle, which has brought together some of the world's best organizations to fight for not only competitive glory but also the lucrative prize money on offer.
The newest addition to the global Kings League ecosystem will bring together some of the most recognizable content creators and influencers from the Middle East and North Africa as they take on the role of club president. Designed specifically for the Middle East and North Africa region, it is a joint venture with SURJ Sports Investment (a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund).
Streams Charts has compiled all the details known about this global football spectacle so far, including what was revealed during the presentation. We will also continue updating the article as more and more information continues to be disclosed.
Kings League MENA schedule
The first edition of this hybrid football tournament will begin on October 1 and run till December 31. The full schedule is not out yet, but what is known is that the winner will represent the region at the Kings World Cup Clubs 2026.
The Kings World Cup Clubs pits the top clubs from the Kings League's various circuits against each other in a World Cup-style knockout. Its debut ended as one of the Kings League's most popular competitions. Expectations will be higher the second time, as there will be more teams from more nations participating.
Kings League MENA broadcasts
Apart from the official channels, matches at the Kings League MENA will be broadcast on the channels of the league's ambassadors and other community casters from the region.
There will be many more renowned streamers from this region who livestream the action, including the other team presidents. Fans can check out their favorite creator's schedule to see if and when they are co-casting the KL MENA matches.
Kings League MENA teams
Here are the seven participating sides and their presidents:
Team | President |
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SXB
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Ahmed "sxb" Alqahtani (SHoNgxBoNg)
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Ultra Chmicha
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Ilyas "ilyaselmaliki" El Maliki
|
3BS
|
Hani "Absi" Al Qoublan
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DR7
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Mufreh "Drb7h" Asiri
|
FWZ
|
Fawaz "Fwaz" Hamad
|
Red Zone
|
Maher "Maherco" Sultaneh
|
Turbo
|
Saleh "Tarboun" Tarboun
|
No players have yet been selected by each president for their team, as the draft has yet to be done. For now, the process for recruitment of prospective players is on, and those interested in these try-outs can head to the official site for more details and to register themselves.
Kings League MENA Presentation viewership statistics
The presentation livestream for the latest circuit in this football league, which acts as a blend of sports and digital entertainment, attracted 246,399 Peak Viewers (PV). It outdid similar reveal broadcasts for the Italian and French competitions, showing just how much hype there is for the tournament in the MENA region.
Kings League co-founder Gerard Piqué was present to liven things up for fans and give his take on why the MENA league would be held in Saudi Arabia. The Spanish football legend said that the Kingdom has a young population and is very passionate about football, video games, and livestreaming, helping the concept have a huge impact and success.
With sports livestreams turning out to be highly successful in terms of audience reach, the Kings League MENA represents the next step in its leading discipline, football. The massive followings enjoyed by the team presidents, alongside the people's love for football, are sure to make this circuit another successful outing for the Kings League universe.