The rumors were true – Schalke 04 enters eSport and acquires a team of League of Legends.
A few days ago, rumors circulated that the football club Schalke 04 allegedly purchased a spot in the League of Legends tournament LCS. However, this has not yet been officially confirmed by the eSport Kicker upon inquiry. But now there is a press release from the club with good news for the eSport fans!
Schalke 04 takes over the LoL LCS team “Elements”
It is now official – after Elements previously tried to sell the team (which did not succeed), a buyer has finally been found. FC Gelsenkirchen-Schalke 04 e.V. takes over the LoL team Elements.
Moritz Beckers-Schwarz, Chairman of the Management Board of FC Schalke 04, says that they have observed how eSport has gained more professionalism over time. Especially the “flagship” LCS (League of Legends Championship Series) tournament has caught their attention positively.
According to the club, with this acquisition, they are entering the “European top class of eSports.” With this, Schalke has taken the first major step towards a future in eSport. Where the journey goes remains exciting. It is definitely an important point for eSport when such large clubs get involved!
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