Ciaran Walsh has been crowned the champion of the 2025 Football Association of Ireland (EFAI) Cup. His victory in this event is a major milestone in his esports career and a proud moment for the Irish gaming community.
The EFAI Cup powered by Virgin Media Ireland brought together 50 of Ireland’s best EA FC25 players in a high-stakes competition. Ciaran “Mr WeLLy” Walsh showed his consistency and skill throughout the entire bracket with an incredible 20+ goal difference through the 5 matches played.
In the finals, he found himself face-to-face teammate Tyrone Ryan and despite losing the lead early in the game, proved his resilience and secured a decisive 6-3 victory to claim the title of Ireland’s #1 and the first time he has been able to get the better of Tyrone in a competitive tournament. This win in the grand finals capped off his journey through the bracket, sending home top-tier Irish players like Mark “EmeraldMH” Hayes along the way.
Since signing with WYLDE in 2021, Ciaran has proven himself as a professional esports athlete who excels both in competition and as a representative of Irish talent. His commitment to improving and his passion for the game have made him a standout figure in Irish esports. This latest achievement solidifies his reputation as one of the country ’s top players.
WYLDE are incredibly proud of Ciaran’s accomplishments, emphasizing his role as a player and ambassador for esports across the country. His success both on and off the server serves as an inspiration to young, aspiring players across the country.
The EFAI Cup Powered by Virgin Media’s success also reflects the rapidly growing esports community in Ireland. Virgin Media Ireland’s involvement has been vital in elevating the esports, showcasing the importance of collaboration between the esports industry and sponsors in supporting and promoting competitive gaming to the younger and older generations alike.
Ciaran’s victory in the EFAI Cup is a testament to his hard work and dedication. As he prepares to represent WYLDE internationally in the FC Pro Cup on February 8th, the future looks bright for both him and the broader Irish esports scene. A massive and much deserved congratulations to Ciaran Walsh on this well-deserved achievement.
GOWYLDE ⚡