FIFA Rivals Teams Up with Borussia Dortmund in Web3 Football

A Major Step for FIFA Rivals

FIFA Rivals has just announced its first official football club partnership, and it’s a big one. The blockchain-powered mobile game is teaming up with Borussia Dortmund (BVB), one of the most iconic clubs in German football. This multi-year deal introduces officially licensed player cards, stat-boosting emblems, and team kits—giving fans a chance to bring the energy of Signal Iduna Park straight into their digital squads.

For players and fans alike, this marks an exciting moment. It shows that blockchain games are no longer just experiments in digital ownership—they’re becoming mainstream entertainment experiences with real-world partnerships.

What Borussia Dortmund Brings to FIFA Rivals

So, what exactly does this collaboration mean for players? The Borussia Dortmund deal adds a wide mix of exclusive in-game items:

• Licensed Player Cards – Featuring BVB stars like Serhou Guirassy, Karim Adeyemi, Nico Schlotterbeck, and Gregor Kobel. Each comes in varying rarities, from Common to Legendary.

• Club Kits and Emblems – Carrying Dortmund’s famous black-and-yellow design. Some even provide stat boosts.

• Free Rewards During Event Week – Log in daily until August 24 to claim card packs and other exclusive items.

This update isn’t just cosmetic. The addition of official BVB assets deepens the connection between fans and their squads while also offering strategic gameplay advantages.

Black & Yellow Week: Exclusive Events for Fans

To celebrate, FIFA Rivals has launched Black & Yellow Week (August 18–24). During this event, players can log in daily to claim a free BVB player card, with rarity levels ranging from Common to Legendary.

Highlights include:

• Legendary Serhou Guirassy – A clinical forward who turns half-chances into highlights.

• Jobe Bellingham – Known for his relentless box-to-box energy.

• Julian Brandt – With passing so sharp, it deserves to be framed.

And for fans in Germany, there’s an extra treat: a contest to win tickets to Borussia Dortmund vs Union Berlin on August 31. To enter, players simply engage with the official FIFA Rivals social post by liking, retweeting, following, and tagging a friend.

Full Lineup of Borussia Dortmund Stars

Here’s the breakdown of the BVB players joining FIFA Rivals:

Legendary: Gregor Kobel, Nico Schlotterbeck, Marcel Sabitzer, Serhou Guirassy, Karim AdeyemiEpic: Julian Ryerson, Niklas Süle, Waldemar Anton, Felix Nmecha, Jobe Bellingham, Maximilian BeierRare: Ramy Bensebaini, Yan Couto, Julian Brandt, Emre Can, Pascal Groß, Giovanni ReynaCommon: Daniel Svensson, Salih Özcan, Cole Campbell, Julien Duranville, Sébastien Haller

Whether you’re after defensive reliability or attacking flair, this update covers every position.

What the Team Behind FIFA Rivals Had to Say

The partnership has been met with enthusiasm from both sides.

• Nate Nesbitt, Head of Communications at Mythical Games, called it “a big moment—not just for FIFA Rivals, but for the broader vision we have at Mythical.” He emphasized that BVB’s passionate fanbase and footballing history make it the perfect fit for this new era of digital sports.

• Carsten Cramer, Borussia Dortmund’s Managing Director, added that the deal “creates a unique bridge between the digital and real worlds, enabling us to connect with our fans in innovative ways.”

This vision aligns with FIFA Rivals’ broader push: merging digital ownership with live football experiences.

FIFA Rivals’ Growth and Blockchain Integration

Since its global launch in June 2025, FIFA Rivals has already surpassed 1 million downloads across iOS and Android. The game blends fast-paced 1v1 matches with a card-based system that combines strategy, skill, and team management.

But what truly sets it apart is its blockchain backbone. Every in-game item is minted as an NFT on the Mythos Chain, built on Polkadot’s technology. This ensures true digital ownership, allowing players to trade, sell, or collect their assets.

Currently, trades happen on a web-based marketplace, but Mythical Games is working on integrating trading directly into the mobile app. Soon, players will be able to manage everything—gameplay, team building, and marketplace activity—without leaving FIFA Rivals.

What’s Next for FIFA Rivals

The Borussia Dortmund deal is only the beginning. Mythical Games has hinted at more real-world club partnerships, branded stadiums, and enhanced PvP tournaments. The addition of a native marketplace will also streamline how players buy and sell assets, making FIFA Rivals a stronger hub for Web3 sports gaming.

For now, players have until August 24 to grab BVB items during Black & Yellow Week. With some of the squad’s biggest stars available as Legendary cards, this is the perfect chance to supercharge your team.

Final Thoughts

The Borussia Dortmund partnership is a powerful statement: Web3 sports games are ready for prime time. FIFA Rivals isn’t just adding digital collectibles—it’s creating a bridge between real-world football passion and blockchain-powered gameplay.

For football fans, this means more than flashy kits and shiny cards. It’s about ownership, community, and immersive engagement—a trend that will only grow stronger as the season progresses.

You can download FIFA Rivals for free on both iOS and Android today, and start building your dream squad while the BVB event is live.