A1 Adria League: Exciting Finale Crowns Champions in FIFA23, CS:GO, and Brawl Stars!

The 11th edition of the prestigious regional A1 Adria League has concluded. Last weekend’s unforgettable finale crowned the champions in three games: FIFA23, CS:GO, and Brawl Stars. Tension filled the air throughout the three-day Reboot Games Weekend powered by A1, as the best gamers competed for a total prize pool of €16,800 at the Zagreb Fair from June 9th to 11th, marking the largest prize pool in the league’s history.

Tarik Novo claims the FIFA23 champion title

In a thrilling final, Novo emerged as the five-time champion of the A1 Adria League. Esad and Novo are familiar opponents, but in the final, the better player rightfully celebrated victory. Esad Memić held a 1-0 lead in the final, having reached the grand finale through the upper bracket. However, Novo orchestrated a remarkable comeback in three intense matches, clinching the trophy for the 11th season of the A1 Adria League.

A1AL Season 11 Tarik Novo FIFA 23

Salada de Frutas – the top Brawl Stars team in the region

Karma to OP had limited chances against Salada de Frutas in the Brawl Stars final. With this latest triumph, Salada de Frutas secured their third A1 Adria League championship title, further solidifying their dominance in the domestic Brawl Stars scene.

A1AL Season 11 Salada de Frutas Brawl Stars

Zero Tenacity – CS:GO champions

Zero Tenacity outplayed Jake Bube with a decisive 3-0 victory, successfully defending their title from the previous year. The dominant performance of the Zero Tenacity squad does not fully reflect the true nature of the final. Jake Bube had their opportunities, but they failed to capitalize on them effectively.

A1AL Season 11 Zero Tenacity CSGO

Year after year, we are growing together with our loyal players and fans, whom we gather on the widest optical network with minimal latency in Croatia. We continuously invest in a community that demonstrates increasing interest, confirming that we are doing the right thing. As a telecommunications company, we feel a great social responsibility towards all our customers, which is why we initiate numerous projects to make us all #BetterOnline,” stated Iva Ančić, Brand Manager of Marketing Communications and Digital Business at A1 Hrvatska.

See you at the Reboot Games Weekend for the Season 11 Finals

We are thrilled to invite you to the highly anticipated Reboot Games Weekend 2023, taking place from June 9th to 11th at the prestigious Zagrebački velesajam in Pavilion 10a. This gaming extravaganza promises an unforgettable experience for gaming enthusiasts of all ages. And the best part? Admission is absolutely free, so mark your calendars and join us from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

A1 Adria League Season 11 Finals

Prepare for the grand finale of the 11th season of the A1 Adria League, one of the biggest regional esports league. With an impressive prize pool of €16,800, we will witness the best players from the region competing in popular games such as Brawl Stars, FIFA 23, and CS:GO. The intensity and skill displayed by these top-tier players are guaranteed to leave you in awe.

But that’s not all! We have an exciting addition to the domestic esports scene: the A1 Student eChallenge. Developed in collaboration with A1 Hrvatska and esteemed technical faculties including FER, Algebra, PMF, and TVZ, this student esports league offers a unique blend of entertainment and learning opportunities through gaming. The participants of the A1 Student eChallenge will also have their thrilling finale as part of the A1 Adria League finals, with a remarkable prize pool exceeding €1,500.

A1 Adria League Season 11 Finals Schedule

Something for everyone

Reboot Games Weekend 2023 powered by A1 is not just about esports. As a visitor, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the world of gaming by trying out exciting new video games as well as engaging board games. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new favorites, connect with fellow gamers, and have an incredible time.

Join us from June 9th to 11th at Zagrebački velesajam in Pavilion 10a for an unforgettable gaming experience. The Reboot Games Weekend 2023 awaits you with non-stop action, fierce competitions, and endless excitement. Get ready to be part of the ultimate gaming extravaganza of the year!

 

 

AOC powers up A1 Adria League

Hello gamers and esports enthusiasts!

We are very proud to announce AOC as the official gaming sponsor of the A1 Adria League! As you gaming and esports enthusiasts might already know, AOC is a globally leading monitor and IT accessories brand, which comprehensive product portfolio provides innovative, ergonomic, environmentally conscious, and stylish solutions for both professional and casual gamers and enthusiasts. 

The sub-brand of AOC, AGON by AOC is one of the leading gaming monitor brands and a top choice of gamers worldwide. It offers one of the world’s strongest portfolios of high-performance gaming monitors and a complete ecosystem of gaming accessories grouped into three categories: 

  • AOC GAMING for core gamers
  • AGON for competitive gamers
  • AGON PRO for esports enthusiasts and professional esports players 

Make sure to follow  AGON by AOC  website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram to always be the first one to find out all about their latest upgrades, models, and announcements… Which are coming very soon! Don’t forget to use the hashtag #AOCgaming to show your support while you support your favorite gamers during Adria region’s biggest gaming event.

Let the game(ing) begin!

24sata Partners with A1 Adria League as Official Media Sponsor!

24sata, the largest multi-platform media brand in Croatia, is comprised of four powerful brands – 24sata, JoomBoos, Express, and miss7. Our daily newspaper is the most widely read, offering editorial expertise and in-depth coverage of target interests on digital platforms, reaching over 2.6 million readers each day.

Beyond Content Excellence: Innovate, Engage, Impress!

We go beyond providing the best content for our readers; we continuously innovate and create formats that enhance brand awareness and performance, ensuring our clients’ campaigns receive maximum visibility. Everything we promote is designed to leave a lasting impression!

If you’re seeking the latest trends in the tech and gaming industry, look no further! Explore our Tech section for comprehensive coverage. Our user-friendly interface and intuitive navigation make it effortless to find the information you need, whether you’re browsing from your desktop or mobile device. Get ready to unlock a world of adventure, entertainment, and boundless possibilities!

At 24sata, we are committed to delivering exceptional content, ensuring our readers stay informed and engaged. With our diverse range of brands and unwavering dedication to quality, we remain at the forefront of the media landscape in Croatia. Join us on this exciting journey and experience the power of 24sata’s multi-platform media offerings.

Samsung Joins Forces with A1 Adria Gaming League for Digital Gaming

Samsung Electronics is one of the leading companies in the world, recognized globally as a technology leader and ranked among the top 10 global brands. Since taking the largest market share globally in 2006, Samsung has strengthened its leading position with exceptional technology and impressive design, among manufacturers of monitors and flat-screen televisions. In the digital devices segment, Samsung continuously introduces the latest innovative products with impeccable characteristics, further confirming its leading position as a smartphone manufacturer in the world. Samsung follows a simple business philosophy: to dedicate its talent and technology to creating top-notch products and services that contribute to the betterment of global society.

Galaxy S23 Ultra – ensures hours of worry-free gaming!

This year, Samsung Electronics decided to support the A1 Adria League and join the diverse gaming community. As a manufacturer and innovator in screen technology, from the latest televisions and monitors to powerful smartphones like Galaxy S23 Ultra, Samsung aims to listen to trends and push the boundaries of the digital world. With Galaxy S23 Ultra, Samsung presents a device that combines high functionality and design with top-of-the-line gaming features. Equipped with a 6.8-inch QHD+ Edge Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen and a Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 mobile platform with a powerful 5000mAh battery, the Galaxy S23 Ultra ensures hours of worry-free gaming without the need for a power outlet. By supporting the A1 Adria League, Samsung helps build gaming culture and promotes a shared environment that allows players to compete, connect, and share their experiences with others.

Chio Powers Up A1 Adria League

Hello gamers and lovers of Esports!

We are excited to announce Intersnack as the official snack sponsor of A1 Adria League! As a leading snack manufacturer in Europe, Intersnack offers a diverse range of salty snacks: potato chips, nuts, baked products and speciality snacks. That is why they are not only perfect for gamers but also for fans watching the league and for other activities such as watching TV shows, movies, or hanging out in nature. Great snacks go great with everything and in any situation you want to snack it up!

Intersnack is well known in our Adria region with their portfolio of brands including Chio, Čipi Čips, Pom Bar, and Nutline and is satisfying everyone’s cravings. That means whether you prefer classic flavours like our local Čipi Čips, looking for something more adventurous and internationally known like the Chio Intense flavours, you prefer a healthier snack version of Chio Lentil chips and different snack nut choices like peanuts and noble nuts, or family snack Pom Bar, Intersnack has got you covered. Their flavour makes gaming experience a bit better!

Intersnack understands the importance of keeping energy levels high during intense gaming sessions, when you need an extra energy kick or boost of good flavour so we are thrilled to have them on board as our official snack sponsor. We are sure you will find your favourite as you dive into our 2023 season!

Be sure to follow Intersnack on their official website, visit Chio Facebook and Chio Hrvatska Instagram to stay updated on their latest offers and promotions. They are preparing a lot of new announcements, games and will be following us during Adria region biggest gaming event! And don’t forget to use the hashtag #chiohrvatska to show your support while you post and cheer for your favourite players!

Let’s game it out!

A1 Adria League finals are back on LAN!

Reboot Games Weekend will host the LAN finals of the A1 Adria League Season 10 in FIFA, Brawl Stars, and CS:GO! After two years the A1AL finals are back on LAN.

A1 Adria League Season 10 finals at Reboot Games Weekend

After three years of the online edition, to the satisfaction of all gaming fans and esports fans, November 12th and 13th pavilion 8a of the Zagreb Fair will once again be a temple of top gaming spectacle. In anticipation of the return of Reboot InfoGamer powered by A1, organizers Reboot and A1 Hrvatska bring a two-day gaming event – Reboot Games Weekend powered by A1.

What awaits visitors at the exciting and free for all visitors gaming event, announced the organizer and co-founder and director of Reboot, Damir Đurović: “After three too long years, we are reentering the scene of the great spectacular live gaming events. Although physically much more compact and time-wise of shorter duration, Reboot Games Weekend powered by A1 will not disappoint.”

We have prepared attractive surprises and gaming content emphasizing achievements technologies, an overview of the biggest pre-Christmas gaming blockbusters, and an insight into a stronger and larger Croatian and regional video game industry. This particular gaming weekend is proof that live gaming events are finally starting to make a big comeback door, so in 2023 we expect the comeback of one of the biggest gaming giants fairs Reboot InfoGamera powered by A1, in its recognizable, colorful, and loud megalomaniacal form.”

One of the highlights of the Reboot Games Weekend event powered by A1 is also a big spectacular jubilee, the tenth final of the biggest regional esports league – the A1 Adria League. Competitions will be held during both days at the A1 Adria League arena, the most important points gatherings of all true esports fans this fall. On Saturday and Sunday, November 12th and 13th, the regional esports titans are expected to compete in Brawl Stars, FIFA, and CS:GO. A1 Croatia for the jubilee season of the League secured a total prize fund of up to 100,000 kunas.

“This autumn we are celebrating the big, tenth anniversary of the A1 Adria League with a wide regional gaming community that we gather. I am happy about the possibility that we as a teleoperator have the joy of the world of video games through safety, quality, and stability. Nine seasons were marked by nine different game titles through which we secured 1.200.000 overall kunas in the prize fund. As big as these numbers are, our desire to understand our role as a leader in a responsible way is also a great way, and through our work and projects, we contribute to the safety of every A1 user, whether it is about cyber threats or ensuring fair play in the world of video games,” said Iva Ančić, head of brand and marketing communication A1 Croatia.

A step with world trends, the tenth edition of the A1 Adria League, will mark collectible NFTs in a limited quantity of only 1,000 pieces with 5 different motives. This special memorabilia is dedicated to the gaming jubilee and long-term cooperation with Reboot was designed by A1 Croatia as the first telecom which entered the Croatian digital market in this way, in cooperation with the regional Hub of the NEAR blockchain through the h00kd platform which enables easy generation of NFTs for companies and events.

The happiest visitors will return home with a digital gaming memory, they will be able to exchange them with each other. How is the amount of NFT’s A1 Adria League limited, fans will in special activations as part of the A1 chill zone at Reboot Games Weekend Powered by A1 have a chance to win NFT cards, which you have a QR code, hidden by a protective foil, by scanning which they will download their NFT.

A1 Adria League Season 10 Group Stage is about to kick off!

Qualifiers for CS:GO, Brawl Stars, and FIFA are officially over. Players in those three games are now entering the group stage. In the remaining four games qualifiers will be announced in time with League of Legends being played first on the 8th of October. Playdays for CS:GO, Brawl Stars and FIFA will remain mostly the same. CS:GO will be played on Wednesdays and Sundays, Brawl Stars on Thursdays, and FIFA on Fridays. There will be some exceptions so please check the detailed schedule below.

A1 Adria League Season 10 CS:GO Group Stage

Eight teams will compete in the CS:GO SWISS group stage. Teams KATAI and Velez Mostar were the first two teams to qualify for the group stage. KTRL and Psihocastic managed to do so in the second open qualifier which means we’ll be seeing some well-known names in the tenth season like sarenii, dEE and Katalic on the Romanian side and Salted, andr1x, brky, rbfurious, and SkippeR for Psihocastic. Zero Tenacity and ILLYRIANS grabbed the last two spots from the qualifiers. BLINK and Aloha are two invited teams directly to the group stage. BLINK recently represented the region in the Clash of Leagues while Aloha is somewhat of surprise. There is no reason to worry, you’ll find out who those guys are soon enough! The group stage will be played in SWISS format with matches being Bo1 while deciding matches will be played in Bo3 series.

Schedule: 

Swiss #1  – 5.10.2022.
Swiss #2 – 9.10.2022.
Swiss #3 R1 – 12.10.2022.
Swiss #3 R2 – 16.10.2022.
Swiss #4 R1 – 19.10.2022.
Swiss #4 R2 – 23.10.2022.
Swiss #5 – 2.11.2022.

A1 Adria League Season 10 Brawl Stars Group Stage

After four open qualifiers, we finally found out which teams will compete in Season 10 of the A1 Adria League in Brawl Stars. Jazavci, OMERT4, and Salada de Frutas are all back for another clash of the titans. Rolex, GreekGod, La Aquilla, Extreme Masters, and La Remontada will try to contest the top teams from previous seasons. Brawl Stars will be played every Thursday. Set your reminders because this looks like another season you really don’t want to miss. The Top 4 teams will advance from the SWISS group stage to the playoffs.

Brawl Stars final standings

Schedule:

Swiss #1  – 6.10.2022.
Swiss #2 – 13.10.2022.
Swiss #3 – 20.10.2022.
Swiss #4 – 27.10.2022.
Swiss #5 – 3.11.2022.

A1 Adria League Season 10 FIFA 23 Group Stage

The important thing to note is that after the qualifiers we are switching from FIFA 22 to FIFA 23. Players had some time to adjust and build their teams. Tarik “Novo” Novo (amke) dominated the leaderboard in the qualifiers with 220 points. At this point, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Novo is confirming his spot as the best FIFA player in the region. In the upcoming season, we’ll be watching esad1memic and brstimir again, excellent players that were challenging Novo in previous seasons. Gruby managed to secure second place with overall 160 points and is looking really good going into the group stage. Hara grabbed third place with 130 points. The same amount that esad1memic has. Brstimir is just below them. The remaining three players are Sardinho213Encika, and BrunoGuimaraes21. Every season we have at least one underdog that pops up into the scene and brings chaos amongst the favorites. Who will it be this season? The format will be the same as for Brawl Stars. Five rounds of SWISS after which the Top 4 will advance to the playoffs.

FIFA22 fourth qualifier standings

Schedule:

Swiss #1  – 7.10.2022.
Swiss #2 – 12.10.2022.
Swiss #3 – 14.10.2022.
Swiss #4 – 21.10.2022.
Swiss #5 – 28.10.2022.

All of the matches will be available LIVE on the official A1 Adria League channels!

Everything you need to know about the FIFA group stage in Season 10

FIFA qualifiers for the tenth season of the A1 Adria League are over! Among the fierce competition, eight players managed to secure their spot in the group stage.

The FIFA trio is back in Season 10

Tarik “Novo” Novo (amke) dominated the leaderboard in the qualifiers with 220 points. At this point, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Novo is confirming his spot as the best FIFA player in the region. In the upcoming season, we’ll be watching esad1memic and brstimir again, excellent players that were challenging Novo in previous seasons. Gruby managed to secure second place with overall 160 points and is looking really good going into the group stage. Hara grabbed third place with 130 points. The same amount that esad1memic has. Brstimir is just below them. The remaining three players are Sardinho213, Encika, and BrunoGuimaraes21. Every season we have at least one underdog that pops up into the scene and brings chaos amongst the favorites. Who will it be this season?

FIFA22 fourth qualifier standings

FIFA 23 is the name of the game

The playing field will be somewhat evened out a bit with a switch to the new FIFA game. The rest of Season 10 will be played on FIFA 23. Maybe that is the chance for other players to dethrone Novo. Players will have some time to adapt to the new game and build their teams. Every year at the same time we switch to the latest FIFA game, so this shouldn’t come as a surprise to any of the players or fans.

A1 Adria League Season 10 FIFA Schedule

Since we gave players some time to adjust to the new game we also made some changes to the schedule. Don’t worry, you can find the whole schedule below. FIFA will be played on Fridays (mostly). Except for the second round which will be played on Wednesday 12th of October. As per usual, all the games will be live-streamed on the A1 Adria League channels.

SWISS Round 1 – 7.10.2022., 20:00

SWISS Round 2 – 12.10.2022., 20:00

SWISS Round 3 – 14.10.2022., 20:00

SWISS Round 4 – 21.10.2022., 20:00

SWISS Round 5 – 28.10.2022., 20:00

A look back – The history of the A1 Adria League

In May of 2017, the Vip Adria League was announced. Since then we’ve crowned many champions, and seen many changes, whether it was name, format, games, or basically everything else. Five years later, as we are in the middle of the qualifiers for the tenth season of the League it’s time to take a look back.

Vip Adria League (2017.)

It all started in Spring 2017. with the announcement of the biggest regional esports league to date. Back then, there was only one season of the League throughout the year. Competitive integrity standards were set high with the open qualifiers and the group stage leading to the LAN finals. Three games were chosen to be a part of the League: League of Legends, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and FIFA.

Reboot InfoGamer 2017 hosted the first ever Vip Adria League LAN finals in front of a live audience. Over the course of several days, fans had the opportunity to enjoy watching the best players and teams from all over the region competing for the prestigious title. Valiance&CO outplayed Squared Esports in the finals of the CS:GO. KilkTech reigned supreme in the League of Legends and another KilkTech player, Edinho, lifted the trophy in FIFA. It was a great year for KlikTech since they had representatives in all three games, and managed to win the title in two of them. It was hard to predict back then where it will all end up.

The new name (2018)

Year after the league got its new name. Vip Adria League became A1 Adria League in 2018. There were also some other significant changes. Hearthstone and Clash Royale were added to the mix to complement the CS:GO and League of Legends. Generally, the format stayed the same, and all four games had their spotlight during the LAN finals at Reboot InfoGamer 2018. Four years ago, adding a mobile game to the esports league was not as standard as it is today. Mobile gaming was growing really fast and with it the whole esports surrounding it. Still, it was pretty undeveloped if we’re comparing it with today’s standards.

Valiance&CO again proved to be by far the best regional CS:GO team, securing their second title and going on to compete on the biggest stages in the world. Along with the trophy came the invitation to the closed qualifier for the Bucharest Gaming Week. Unfortunately, regional representatives finished 3rd/4th, and Sprout went on to compete in Romania. ASUS ROG ELITE came from the biggest regional success in history after securing Top 4 placement in the European Masters 2018 Summer and claimed the trophy in League of Legends. Luka “vulee” Vulović became the best Hearthstone player in the region. Saša “SaSaa” Mišković won the first ever Clash Royale trophy in the history of the A1 Adria League.

The dual seasons

2019 was the first year in which we had two seasons of the A1 Adria League in one calendar year. Season 3 & Season 4. The concept was a bit different and the season were connected. Dota 2 was added to the League for the first time instead of League of Legends. CS:GO, Hearthstone,and Clash Royale remained a part of the League. Season 3 was played online, while Season 4 had full LAN finals at Reboot InfoGamer 2019. Only Nikola managed to win both seasons in Clash Royale. Not a single team or a player in other games managed to win both seasons. In the end, Level Up won in Dota 2. ex-BLUEJAYS were the best CS:GO team while Paljuha won the trophy in Hearthstone.

A1 Adria League Season 4

A1 Adria League Season 5 & 6

At the beginning of 2022 the COVID-19 pandemic started. Now it seems like it was a lifetime ago. FIFA 20 was introduced back to the League replacing Dota 2 and Brawl Stars jumped in instead of Hearthstone. The pandemic also meant we had to switch from LAN events to online events. The finals of the A1 Adria League were played during the Reboot Online Games Week ever since. In 2020 some interesting storylines took off. lvlUp proved to be the best CS:GO team in the region that year by winning both seasons. Crushers won Season 5 in Clash Royale, while Joza Esports won Season 6. Good Game dominated in Brawl Stars by securing second place in the spring season and then having both teams in the finals of Season 6. One of the biggest rivalries in the A1 Adria League kicked off that year with esad1memic winning the first FIFA trophy of the year and amke claiming the second one.

The return of the League of Legends

Since there was no more LAN finals at the end of the year for Season 7 and Season 8 the prize pool was redistributed so both seasons are worth the same. League of Legends came back to the League while Clash Royale took a break. While we had various winners in all the games: ONYX & PORTUGAL in CS:GO, Split Raiders & METAMOON in League of Legends, Noble Elite BLK & Flow in Brawl Stars, amke continued his streak and won both seasons in FIFA. Making it a three in a row for the first time in any game in the history of the League. Again, all the finals were played during the Reboot Online Games Week. The pandemic was still bringing havoc and it wasn’t possible to organize the LAN finals.

Where are we now?

Season 9 finished several months ago. Again, during the Reboot Online Games Week. This year seven different games were introduced to the League. CS:GO, FIFA, and Brawl Stars remained in their format, while four remaining games were played in qualifiers and playoffs format. BLUEJAYS claimed another CS:GO trophy. Salada de Frutas dominated in Clash Royale and went on to win second place at the Clash of Leagues in Salzburg. Amke made it four in a row in FIFA. DZANGLERI won the League of Legends tournament, Entropiq was the best PUBG Battlegrounds team. Balkan Stars beat Diamant Esports to claim the first ever A1 Adria League trophy in VALORANT.

Qualifiers for the tenth season of the A1 Adria League are being played right now. There is still a chance for everyone to secure their spot on the group stage. How will Season 10 of the A1 Adria League end, and how? You’ll just have to wait a bit more and find out. Meanwhile, check the qualifiers for all the games on the official page. If you want to check the full history of the A1 Adria League you can do that by visiting the History page.