About Us

What is eFPL? 

eFootball Fair Play League

The eFootball Fair Play League (eFPL) is an online eFootball league built around a simple idea:
play eFootball the way it should be played, with fair rules, balanced squads, and authentic PES-style gameplay.

There are no exploits. No overpowered special cards. No gimmicks. Just proper football, where everyone competes on a level playing field and matches are decided by skill.

Established in September 2025, eFPL was founded by two former Top 100 players in online divisions who wanted to restore the spirit of classic PES. The aim was simple: to create a fair, competitive, and enjoyable environment for eFootball players who value balanced gameplay and respect for the game.

eFPL exists for players who want structure, consistency, and fair competition. A league where results are earned on the pitch, not through unfair advantages.

⚽  What We Offer? 

eFPL is more than just a online league. We provide a structured but welcoming environment for all types of eFootball players.

• Multiple Competitive Leagues
  Structured leagues across different regions and divisions, all following the same fair-play rules.

• A Friendly Community
  A supportive Discord community where players can chat, share clips, discuss tactics, and help each other improve.

• Cups & Tournaments
  Regular post-season cup competitions and occasional standalone tournaments for extra competition and variety.

• Friendlies & Casual Matches
  You don’t need to be in a league to play. Members regularly arrange friendly matches using eFPL rules.

• Co-op Matches
  Opportunities to play and organise co-op games with other community members.
  
  

Whether you’re looking for serious competition or just fair, enjoyable matches, eFPL offers a place to play eFootball the right way.

⚖️ The Rules 

This is a quick summary of our rules for easy reference. For the full version with all details, please visit our Full Rules page → 

1) Formations Very important

Use only default formations from the in-game list.

• No custom formations.

• No dragging/moving players on the formation screen — players must stay in their default slot.

• You may change a player’s role with Triangle/Y (role only; their position on the gameplan stays the same).

2) Squads

• No Big Time, Epics, or Showtime players. Very important 

• Managers are restricted to Granero or Soucek only, with all playstyles set to 70 

• Only Standard, Featured, Highlight, Trending players are allowed.

3) Matches

• Match length: 10 minutes.

• Conditions: Random.

• Quitting mid-game = automatic loss.

• If the connection is poor, pause early and agree to restart.

• Players are encouraged to record or stream matches to help resolve any disputes quickly and fairly.
  
  

4) Fair Play

• No Smart-Assist  Very important 

• Pass Assist level 3 & 4 Only (Trial. Subject to change)

• Respect opponents.

• No time-wasting or toxic behaviour.

• Pause etiquette: only at stoppages or with mutual consent.

• No exploiting disconnects/lag; restart by agreement if needed.

• The aim is always competitive, enjoyable, and fair matches. 

Repeated rule breaches or unsportsmanlike behaviour may result in warnings, point deductions, or removal from the league. 

🏆 League Format 

How the Season Works

• Leagues & Divisions: eFPL runs multiple leagues across different regions. Leagues are split by region to ensure fair connections and competitive matches. All leagues operate independently but follow the same fair-play format. 

• Season Format: Each player faces every opponent in their league twice (home and away).

• Season Deadlines: Every season has an official start and end date. All fixtures must be played within this window.

• Mid-season deadline: By the halfway point, every player must have played at least one match against each opponent. Missing this deadline may result in points deductions.

• End-of-Season Deadline: At the end of the season, there are no extensions. Any fixtures still unplayed by the final deadline will be resolved automatically according to the full rules, ensuring fairness and consistency for all players.
  
  

• League Champions: The player finishing top of each league is crowned that league’s Champion. There are no relegations or playoffs. Each league stands on its own.

• Cup Qualifications: Each league’s final table determines entry into post-season cup competitions:
  
  - Top 4 qualify for the Champions Cup
  - 5th to 8th qualify for the Continental Cup
  - 9th and 10th qualify for the Conference Cup

• Americas and Asia Cup: The Gold and Emerald leagues combine for a joint 16-team knockout Cup called the Horizon Cup. The top six from each league qualify automatically, while positions 7th to 10th from both leagues play qualifiers to decide the remaining four spots.

• Cup Structure: All cups are straight knockout tournaments played after the league season ends. Match results may include extra time and penalties if required. Each cup crowns its own champion, separate from the league titles.

• Season Reshuffle: Every three seasons, the player pool will be redrawn to refresh divisions and maintain balanced, competitive leagues.

⭐ Why Join eFPL?  

Football without the nonsense

Because it’s eFootball without the gimmicks. No broken formations, just fair balanced matches and that classic PES feel. ⚽️

📩 Contact Us  

We’d love to hear from you

For general enquiries, community questions, or league support, please reach out via our Discord server or through our official social media channels.

For sponsorship or partnership enquiries, please contact us at: partnerships@efpl.gg