Mouz and G2 Esports Receive Financial Support From EWCF Club Partner Programme

The Esports World Cup Foundation supports 40 esports clubs with $20 million. The Partner Programme supports esports clubs with up to $1 million to increase their visibility and thus the sustainable growth of esports. German clubs Mouz and G2 Esports are part of this programme.

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced the 40 esports clubs that have been accepted into the EWCF Club Partner Programme. The initiative is designed to support the sustainable growth of esports organisations. The $20 million programme offers participating clubs up to $1 million in financial support to increase their brand awareness and grow their fan base through content and marketing campaigns before and during the Esports World Cup 2025.

"The EWCF Club Partner Programme is a cornerstone of our mission to create a sustainable future for esports clubs worldwide, while providing new opportunities for organisations in the fastest growing markets," said Faisal Bin Homran, Chief Product Officer of the Esports World Cup Foundation. "The 40 clubs selected represent a dynamic and diverse group of global esports organisations, from established brands to emerging teams and world-leading organisations. Through targeted investment, the programme will support the clubs' expansion, strengthen their brands and increase their visibility through fan-centric content. Together, we are shaping the future of esports as a global sports and entertainment category."

The EWCF Club Partner Programme 2025 focuses on high-growth regions. Six of the clubs are from China (supported by Tencent E-Sports), while organisations from markets such as Japan, India and Latin America have also been included. Mouz and G2 Esports from Germany are also part of the programme. The list of clubs is in alphabetical order: 100 Thieves, All Gamers, Bilibili Gaming, Cloud9, Edward Gaming, EVOS, FaZe Clan, Fnatic, FURIA, G2 Esports, Gaimin Gladiators, Gen.G, Gentle Mates, HEROIC, JD Gaming, Karmine Corp., Movistar KOI, LEVIATAN, LOUD, MOUZ, NAVI, NIP.eStar, ONIC, POWR, REJECT, S8UL, Sentinels, T1, Team BDS, Team Falcons, Team Liquid, Team RRQ, Team Secret, Team Spirit, Team Vitality, Twisted Minds, virtus.pro, Weibo Gaming, Wolves Esports, ZETA DIVISION.

"For more than two decades, Mouz has been shaping esports and promoting outstanding talent on the international stage," said Stefan Wendt, CEO of MOUZ. "Our achievements have been instrumental in bringing esports to a wider audience. The Esports World Cup is the ultimate stage for us. Participating in the EWCF Club Partner Programme opens up valuable opportunities for us to continue to grow, attract new fans and develop. We look forward to once again sharing our story with the global community and further cementing our leading position in the industry."

Membership of the EWCF Club Partner Programme is subject to annual renewal in accordance with the requirements of the programme. Participation in the programme does not guarantee an entry into the Esports World Cup 2025.

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