# eSport: The South African Football Association’s gaming national Rocket League team has qualified for the FIFAe World Cup, after dominating the African regional qualifiers. The six-member squad outclassed 13 nations, defeating Seychelles and Egypt before finishing runners-up to Morocco. SAFA CEO, Lydia Monyepao, says that with the success of Rocket League, they are looking forward to growing eSports to cement a credible pathway for future digital athletes. The World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia in December.
eSport: SA’s Rocket League team qualifies for the FIFAe World Cup