FIFA Rivals, the mobile football game created by FIFA and Mythical Games, has struck a multi-year partnership with Borussia Dortmund, marking the game’s first-ever official club collaboration. The deal brings the Bundesliga giant into FIFA Rivals’ digital ecosystem and signals a new era of next-gen fan engagement that connects the pitch to the smartphone screen.
BVB Enters the Digital Arena
The partnership will roll out during the 2025/26 season, giving fans access to both exclusive in-game content and real-world experiences. Highlights include:
BVB Stars In-Game: Players such as Karim Adeyemi, Serhou Guirassy, Nico Schlotterbeck, Gregor Kobel, Jobe Bellingham, Yan Couto, and Daniel Svensson will feature in FIFA Rivals.
Official Digital Collectibles: Borussia Dortmund kits and in-game items launch this August.
Rewards & Giveaways: Fans can win BVB collectibles, matchday tickets, and merchandise.
On-the-Ground Activations: Planned events at BVB’s FanWelt and other real-world venues.
To celebrate, FIFA Rivals will host a BVB Launch Giveaway Week (Aug. 18–24), offering free BVB player card packs to all players, alongside new emblems and limited-time stat boosts.
“This partnership with Borussia Dortmund is a strategic step in expanding FIFA Rivals’ global footprint. BVB’s global brand, passion for fans, and innovative spirit make them the ideal partner as we bridge the worlds of interactive entertainment and football.”
Jung Suh, Chief Business Officer at Mythical Games
From the Dortmund side, Managing Director Carsten Cramer emphasized the club’s alignment with the project: “It creates a unique bridge between the digital and real worlds, enabling us to connect with our fans around the world in innovative ways. Borussia Dortmund stands for passion, community, and innovation—values that align perfectly with this project.”
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⚫🟡 BLACK & YELLOW WEEK IS HERE!
⚽️ Claim a daily BVB player in our in-game store
🎟️ Win 2 tickets to BVB v Union Berlin next week!
To enter:
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💬 Tag who you’d take
🇩🇪 Germany only, travel not included
⚽️ Winner announced Thursday pic.twitter.com/2KiM0CCc0Z— FIFA Rivals (@FIFARivals) August 18, 2025
Why It Matters
For FIFA Rivals, the partnership is a chance to set a precedent in digital fan engagement. As the first mobile football game to integrate digital ownership and player-driven economies, FIFA Rivals continues to push beyond traditional gaming, blending blockchain technology with mainstream sports culture.
For Borussia Dortmund, the move signals a recognition that the next generation of fans lives online. By meeting supporters where they play, the club is expanding its reach far beyond Signal Iduna Park.
About Mythical Games
Mythical Games, recognized by Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas (2021) and Forbes’ Best Startup Employers (2024), is building the next generation of player-owned economies. Its team has shaped franchises like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Diablo, Madden, and Overwatch. Current titles include Blankos Block Party and NFL Rivals, already played by millions.
The Mythical Marketplace—the first blockchain-based game marketplace available on iOS and Android—gives players true ownership of their digital assets while ensuring a safe, custodial system for those new to blockchain.
About Borussia Dortmund
Founded in 1909, Borussia Dortmund (BVB) is one of Germany’s most iconic football clubs, with over 10 million fans domestically and a rapidly expanding global following. The eight-time Bundesliga champions and 1997 UEFA Champions League winners are also among the financially strongest clubs worldwide, boasting revenues of more than €500 million annually.
