Muscat: Oman’s national women’s team has scripted history by clinching the title at the seventh edition of the West Asian Football Federation (WAFF) eSports Championship 2026, marking a major milestone for the country’s growing eSports sector.
The championship, held in Jordan from November 10 to 11, saw the Omani women’s team secure the Sultanate’s first international eSports title and gold medal, highlighting the rising potential of Omani talent in competitive gaming.
Engineer Saba bint Saeed Al Busaidi, Head of the Omani Committee for Electronic Games and Sports, described the victory as a landmark achievement in the development of eSports in Oman.
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She said the accomplishment reflects the skills and capabilities of national talent to compete successfully at regional and international levels. She also highlighted the ongoing efforts to develop the eSports sector and empower Omani women to pursue opportunities in competitive gaming.
In the women’s category, Yemen finished second, while host nation Jordan secured third place.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia emerged victorious in the men’s competition, followed by Iraq in second place and Yemen in third.
The tournament brought together 12 national federations in the men’s category and seven in the women’s category, showcasing the growing popularity of competitive gaming across West Asia.
Matches were played in a one-on-one format on the PlayStation platform using the football simulation game EA Sports FC 27.
