The World Cup and gamers: how football entered the logic of games

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This article explains how major football events now operate across games, streaming platforms, social media, and creator communities. It shows that fans increasingly consume matches through second-screen habits, watch parties, and interactive digital experiences instead of only watching TV. The piece also highlights EA Sports FC as a major example of how football and gaming have merged culturally and commercially. It argues that brands and sports organizations must compete for attention across digital communities, live streams, and gaming environments.

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