Arsenal Expands Exclusive Partnership with Konami in Landmark eFootball Update

  • 10-08-2025 |
  • Ryan Wilson
Arsenal Expands Exclusive Partnership with Konami in Landmark eFootball Update

This article details a recent update regarding exclusive club partnerships within a popular football simulation game, outlining key developments and future expectations in the digital sports arena.

For the time being, Arsenal remains a unique fixture in Konami’s eFootball lineup. Although eFootball does not boast as many exclusive teams as its competitor EA Sports FC, it still highlights several prominent clubs. Notable names include:

  • FC Barcelona from Spain’s LaLiga
  • Borussia Dortmund representing Germany’s Bundesliga
  • Consider using this revised phrasing: "Milan’s renowned clubs, AC Milan and Inter Milan, as integral components of" Italy’s Serie A
  • Manchester United and Arsenal from the UK Premier League

In relation to Arsenal, Konami has announced an extension of their multi-year alliance with the club. The new deal guarantees that the team’s kits, stadium, and player roster remain exclusive to the game. This means that enthusiasts hoping to add players such as Bukayo Saka or Martin Odegaard to their Ultimate Team, or use the renowned Emirates Stadium as featured in EA Sports FC 26, will not have that opportunity in the near future.

A senior commercial executive from Arsenal expressed satisfaction with the lasting collaboration with Konami and anticipation for the upcoming phase of their partnership. She emphasized that the extended arrangement reflects their joint commitment to innovation and development, ensuring the club retains its central role in the game for many years.

Additionally, to commemorate the agreement, players of eFootball "will be granted the opportunity to obtain an exclusive" Odegaard player card and a new in-game avatar until August 13, celebrating his appointment as a Club Ambassador.