Featured Players:

• Neymar Jr appears in the trailer dressed as Naruto.
• Takefusa Kubo is dubbed the ‘Japanese Messi’ and is also featured.
• Luka Modric is depicted as Itachi Uchiha.
• Other players include Robert Lewandowski, Martin Odegaard, Rafael Leao, Alexis Saelemaekers, and Christian Pulisic.

The trailer has received mixed responses from viewers. Some fans appreciate the creativity, while others express disappointment. Comments on social media reflect this divide. One user stated, “Instead of qualifying Lewandowski does this and Neymar chose this instead of the World Cup.” Another remarked, “[eFootball] did them all dirty.”

Previously, Lazio signed an exclusive deal with Konami in December of last year. As a result of this agreement, Lazio will be known as ‘Latium’ in FIFA 22. This partnership aims to enhance the club’s profile and international reputation through its eSports division.

Konami has a history of anime collaborations with eFootball, including projects like Blue Lock and Captain Tsubasa. The latest trailer showcases CGI effects, including Itachi’s Mangekyo Sharingan—an element that appeals to anime fans.

Neymar Jr’s connection to anime is notable; he has a tattoo of Dragon Ball’s Goku on his lower back. This crossover taps into both the gaming and anime communities, but it remains unclear how it will affect eFootball’s player engagement.

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