After the triumph in the final, he still had to worry about his title for a few minutes: Dutchman Manuel “ManuBachoore” Bachoore won the FIFA 23 World Cup. The 18-year-old decided the final against Mark “Mark11” Zakhary on penalties – and he protested.
The Australian had his controller displayed at the top of the screen, and the inputs were also transmitted live – a setting that few e-sports players use. The 19-year-old’s screen was displayed on a screen behind the two finalists. ManuBachoore saved the first two penalties, Mark11 complained – but those responsible let play continue.
ManuBachoore: FIFA World Cup with a taste
The Dutchman was only allowed to celebrate 13 minutes after the decisive penalty and kissed the FIFAe World Cup trophy in Riyadh. “I completely understand his anger,” said ManuBachoore in the winning interview on the FIFAe live stream. “At the same time, I was constantly looking at my screen and never looking back,” said the Team Gullit player. “I think that’s a fair solution.”
Disappointment in German World Cup hopes
The two German participants had to admit defeat in the second round. 17-year-old Jonas “Jonny” Wirth lost to Andrea “Montaxer” Montanini. Jonny sat low in his chair and covered his face with both hands.
18-year-old Berkay “BerkayLion” Demirci was even more emotional. In the last second, he conceded a goal against Francesco “Obrun” Pio Tagliafierro to make it 4:5 and was eliminated. BerkayLion threw down his controller and then his water bottle while his Italian opponent celebrated the win.