EA Sports has unveiled the latest pitch in its FC Futures initiative, this time in Sydney and bearing the name of Matildas captain, Chelsea superstar, and EA Sports FC ambassador Sam Kerr.
Located at Auburn’s PCYC, the pitch is designed to help woman’s grassroots football continue to grow as part of EA’s FC Futures program, which has committed $10 million worldwide to help grow community football. Young players will be able to access the pitch for free to help them realise their potential and chase their dreams. It was also confirmed that the pitch will be playable in EA Sports’ upcoming EA Sports FC 24 title as part of the game’s Volta mode.
Excited to be at the launch of FC Futures Sam Kerr pitch pic.twitter.com/4lHZlWx7Fp
— WellPlayed (@WellPlayed_AU) August 8, 2023
Although Kerr did not make an in-person appearance at the launch, several big names including former Socceroo and football analyst Craig Foster, former Matilda Emily Gielnik, and Arsenal legend Ian Wright were in attendance.
On the announcement, Kerr said the following, “To be part of this wonderful initiative to help grow football in Australia as well as
providing young girls further opportunities.”
EA Sports FC 24 launches on September 29 for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, while those who pre-order the Ultimate Edition can get early access on September 22.
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