Esports

The esports market continues to grow year by year, both domestically and internationally. The football gaming industry is seeing a surge in popularity, with events such as Germany's "Virtual Bundesliga," "UEFA eChampions League," and "FIFA eWorld Cup."

In Japan, initiatives like the eJ.League and the formation of the e-football Japan national team are also thriving. Antlers formed an esports team from the 2020 to 2024 seasons, with Nasri as a team member.

While player Nasri will be leaving the team in the 2025 season and future activities are undecided, Antlers will continue to be deeply involved in esports.

References: eJ.League Results
https://e-football.konami.net/ejleague/2025/club/Kashima/
https://e-football.konami.net/ejleague/2024/club/Kashima

Nasri

Results
■2024-2025 Season
Oct 2024 FC Pro Open Regional Qualifier Asia North: Champion
Nov 2024 FC Pro November North Asia Tournament: Champion
Feb 2025 FC Pro January North Asia Tournament: 5th place, FC Pro North Asia Ranking: 1st place
Jul 2025 FC Pro World Championship Play-in: Qualified

Comment from Player Nasri

"I will be leaving the Kashima Antlers esports team, where I have been a member for five years. Winning the eJ.League in 2022, winning most of the Japanese and Asian tournaments in 2023, and participating in the eWorld Cup, which determines the world's best, twice. These are irreplaceable experiences I gained during my time with Antlers. Thank you for five years!"