{"id":932,"date":"2018-07-27T11:25:44","date_gmt":"2018-07-27T09:25:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fifaultimateteam.it\/en\/?p=932"},"modified":"2018-07-27T11:25:44","modified_gmt":"2018-07-27T09:25:44","slug":"fut-18-group-stage-matches-to-watch-for-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fifaultimateteam.it\/en\/fut-18-group-stage-matches-to-watch-for-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"FUT 18: Group Stage Matches to Watch for in London"},"content":{"rendered":"

After a long, hard-fought season of competitive FIFA, the 32 best players in the world are converging on London to see who comes out on top at the FIFA eWorld Cup Grand Final.<\/p>\n

Many of these players have already faced each other this year in FUT Champions, one of the qualifying tournaments, or the FIFA 18 Global Series Playoffs. New rivalries have formed, and old grudges reheated, providing fans with a seemingly endless amount of entertainment.<\/p>\n

Ajax Dani vs. Kurt0411 (Group A \u2013 Xbox)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Simply put, these two players don\u2019t like each other. Kurt \u201ckurt0411\u201d Fenech is a notorious trash talker, against opposing players and the FIFA community as a whole. After Dani \u201cAjax Dani\u201d Hagebeuk ended Kurt\u2019s Amsterdam dream early, the self-professed \u201cGreatest FIFA Player Ever\u201d is out for revenge and a shot at the sport\u2019s utmost glory in London.<\/p>\n

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GoalMachine21 vs. Gorilla (Group B \u2013 Xbox)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

This new rivalry has taken shape over the course of the season, as Canadian phenomenon Nawid \u201cGoalMachine21\u201d Noorzai faced off with 2017 FIFA Interactive World Cup winner Spencer \u201cGorilla\u201d Ealing twice in 2018. After playing each other in both the knockout stages of the FUT Champions Cup Manchester and the Global Series Playoffs in Amsterdam, the two are tied at 1-1; GoalMachine knocked Gorilla out in Manchester, while Gorilla struck back with a victory in Amsterdam. Their matchup in the London group stage could play a big role in how the Xbox bracket shakes out.<\/p>\n

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MoAubameyang vs. TheStrxnger (Group D \u2013 PS4)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Even though both Mohammed \u201cMoAubameyang\u201d Harkous and Tim \u201cTheStrxnger\u201d Katnawatos are members of the strong German FIFA contingent and good friends off the virtual pitch, they\u2019ve developed a little rivalry this year. TheStrxnger knocked MoAubameyang out with a ridiculous goal in Amsterdam, and the latter will be looking to even the score in their group stage meeting. It\u2019s worth keeping an eye on to see how who comes out on top in this one, especially considering how close the two competitors were in their previous matchup.<\/p>\n

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Roma Damie vs. LOSC Maestro (Group D \u2013 PS4)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Roma pro Damian \u201cDamie\u201d Augustyniak struggled against Lyon\u2019s Maestro in Amsterdam, where the French pro knocked him out in the Round of 16. Damie is well-known for his almost obsessive level of training, meaning that he\u2019ll be more than prepared to take his revenge against Maestro and step over him en route to the knockout stage. Though their styles seem a little different, both play aggressive, high-scoring FIFA, so this matchup should be thrilling.<\/p>\n

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Gorilla vs. MSdossary\u00a0(Group B \u2013 Xbox)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Even though Spencer \u201cGorilla\u201d Ealing hasn\u2019t picked up any silverware this season, he\u2019s still regarded as one of the leaders in the game. Since last year, Mossad \u201cMSDossary\u201d Aldossary has made a name for himself, especially after taking home the trophy at FUT Champions Cup Manchester. Gorilla will be out to prove that he still belongs in the upper echelons of FIFA, while MSDossary is set to defend his recent title.<\/p>\n

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Nicolas99FC vs. Eisvogel\u00a0(Group C \u2013 PS4)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Possibly the top two favorites on PS4, both Nicolas \u201cnicolas99fc\u201d Villalba and Philipp \u201cEisvogel\u201d Schermer have dominated in every major event they\u2019ve qualified for in 2018. Their dual dominance means that they have been paired up multiple times this season already and know each other\u2019s style intimately. With each having taken the top spot in different tournaments, it\u2019s nearly impossible to tell who will come out on top when they face each other in London. But one thing\u2019s for sure\u2014it should make for an enticing battle for everyone watching.<\/p>\n

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Manchester City vs. Hashtag United\u00a0(Group C and D \u2013 PS4)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

This isn\u2019t just one match, but two that happen to be scheduled between players from Hashtag United and Manchester City. In Group D, the Danish representatives from each club (Man City\u2019s\u00a0Marcus \u201cMarcuzo\u201d J\u00f8rgensen\u00a0and Hashtag\u2019s\u00a0August \u201cAgge\u201d Rosenmeier) will clash as this potential club rivalry starts to take shape. These are two more opponents that know each other well, meaning that preparation and strategy will be key for the eventual winner. The other match is between FIFA veterans\u00a0Ivan \u201cBoras\u201d Lapanje\u00a0and\u00a0Kai \u201cDeto\u201d Wollin\u00a0(Group C \u2013 PS4) as both are likely looking for a chance to prove to their clubs (and themselves) that they can still compete at the highest level. Despite solid results all season, neither has been able to go the distance and will be desperate to seize their final chance for FIFA 18 glory.<\/p>\n

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Remember that FIFA 18 is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Continue to follow us through our social networks Facebook<\/a> and Twitter<\/a> for other news and information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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