RSC Anderlecht has announced it will become the first Belgian club to sign an eSports team, including a professional eSporter to represent the club in competitions worldwide.
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To find the right gamer, RSCA will start its own e-division in a series of competitions that will kick off by April 29-30 involving 256 competitors. Sixteen participants will then compete this summer leading up to the final round. All the while, RSCA will have its scouting networks accompanied by 4Entertainment to evaluate tactical skills and gaming strategy aside from achievements on the virtual soccer pitch.
RSCA will then officially announce its player, who will sign a contract for the 2017-18 season and may represent the team at national and international FIFA 17 competitions.