The world of FIFA Ultimate Team has been turned upside down lately. Recently, EA Sports made the decision to remove all Russian teams from FIFA 22 and the sports scene after invading Ukraine. It is a symbol of world football that was removed from play for legal reasons today.
Diego Maradona removed from FIFA 22
Indeed, the Argentine legend was “suspended” from the game for legal reasons, or rather. The right to use your image and personality. For each player participating in FIFA licensed games, EA signs contracts with these players or assigns to allow them to integrate into the video games.
According to this informationFor this reason, EA signed the rights to Diego Maradona, who died in 2020, with former game manager Stefano Ceci. From the outside, the Argentine footballer will not have full authority over his rights…
Who is responsible for Diego Maradona’s rights remains to be determined, according to the Argentine court handling the case. However, pending this announcement, the court terminated the contract and forced EA to remove the player from FIFA 22.
Who owns the rights?
That’s the whole problem, the Argentine justice has not yet mentioned the official holder of these rights. However, the name Matthias MorlaA lawyer who bought the rights to Diego Maradona in August 2020. These are just rumors and it will take a little patience because The fight can last a long time.
Meanwhile, FIFA 22 players bid farewell to this footballing legend (or see you soon?) However, those who already have an Argentine Player Icon card in their collection will keep it. But unfortunately, it won’t be possible to pack it anymore… after that.
Although the release date of FIFA 23 is scheduled for the end of the year, it is still unknown if the dispute will be resolved and Diego Maradona will be part of it.
Source : Millenium
