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The organizer reserves the right to change/alter some of the rules mentioned here to ensure Fair Play is given to all participants. Rules are subject to change and players should review the rules of each game directly on the game link.
● Players should record all their matches using the built-in recording on their console or external recording device, these should be saved and available to be uploaded in case of a dispute.
● Players should not harass, message or in any way attempt to distract or direct others to distract their opponents.
● Players should not manipulate their internet connection to negatively affect their or their opponent’s connection or gameplay.
● Players should each have a light-colored jersey and a dark colored jersey and should choose the opposite of one another to avoid confusion. If Players can’t agree, the home player should choose a dark-colored jersey and the away player a light-colored jersey.
● Players will need to be available during Qualification Windows to play their matches. The information will be made available on euaepl.com and via email to eligible Players.
● Players should be prepared to submit their scores immediately via “Validate Score” on euaepl.com portal.
● Any Player may be disqualified immediately from the tournament, at the discretion of the organizers, for any reason, including for any failure to comply with the User Agreement, Privacy & Cookie Policy, Code of Conduct, which may include but is not limited to:
● All players should be available at least 15 minutes before their game and should have the opponent already on their friend’s list to play.
● Abusive or disorderly behavior, including any use of harassing, negative, or profane language online, will not be tolerated and will also constitute grounds for disciplinary action.
● The organizers reserve the right to take any disciplinary action, including but not limited to disqualifying any Player at any time, in its sole discretion.
● It is mandatory that both participants within a bracket should add each other prior to the start of the match.
● Any rule being broken may lead to disciplinary action. This action will be at the discretion of the organizer, Zawaya Gaming, and the situation will be taken into account. Punishment may include, but not be limited to, forfeits, replays, penalty points, kicks, temporary and permanent bans.
● All participants in any competition will be required to uphold the highest standards and observe common sportsmanship. Racism will NOT be tolerated. If you are seen to be racist in any capacity, then you will have action taken against you. Being abusive in any way towards fellow players or admins will also result in disciplinary action.
● We highly recommend that all players appear offline and set their Friends List to Private during the Cup. However, players are not required to do either of these things.
● Any form of cheating, glitching, abusing in-game mechanics, or unsportsmanlike behaviour may result in a forfeit of a Match Ban, or Ban from Events. Punishable unsportsmanlike behaviour includes but is not limited to, excessive use of foul or degrading language. In addition, breaking any rule may result in a forfeit of a Game, forfeit of a Match, Verbal Warning or Ban from Events.
● All players MUST be contactable via email and phone number.
● No warm-up or practice games are permitted once the bracket is made live. Players must play at their designated time slots. Playing at a different time slot is not permitted unless approved by the organizer.
● Players found guilty of masking their Region using a VPN or alternate method will be disqualified from the tournament.
*In the case of a dispute or any issues, the organizer has the final say on all matters pertaining to the matter.
● Both players must report the Match results within 10 minutes of its completion.
● To report the Match results, players must report the Match Score accurately, along with a clear image for proof. The Match Score can then be reported i.e. 3-0 or 3-1, etc.
● If both Players enter the result differently, a member of the Admin Team will be notified of the discrepancy and will intervene. The result will then be adjusted upon conclusion of the dispute.
● Players found to be deliberately misentering results WILL face disciplinary action from the Admin Team.
● If a Match is not played, and neither player reports a No Show, both players will be removed after 60 minutes.
*In the case of a dispute or any issues, the organizer has the final say on all matters pertaining to the matter.
● Players are expected to collect evidence of messages sent and received, as well as the final score at the end of every match.
● Failure to produce sufficient evidence of rule breaking will result in the opponent being put through to the next round.
● Evidence is expected to be time and date stamped, showing your opponent’s GT/PSN and in video format. Photo evidence is only acceptable for messages sent and received.
● Competitors are advised to record their games at all times in case review is needed
*In the case of a dispute or any issues, the organizer has the final say on all matters pertaining to the matter.
● If you are unable to connect to your opponent you must contact an admin ASAP. Failure to do so will mean disqualification for both players after 60 minutes. If an admin has been advised, both players will have the remainder of the round to connect or both players will be removed. Ultimately, the decision to qualify or disqualify a player is done by the organizer.
● When having problems with connection we advise both players to contact an admin and then to Unfriend your opponent, hard reset your Console, reset your routers and then re add each other on to your friends list.
● If you or your opponent lags out during the match; the match must be re-started, however, the score and time at the point when the player disconnected shall still stand. In the new game, the score will carry over, and the remainder of the match should be played out. For example, if player one is 2-0 up against player two, but then lags out in the 53rd minute. The match will then be re-started and played up until the 37th minute with player two winning 2-0.
● If a game disconnects in the 90th minute as the score is a draw, then a new game must be started with the rules of Golden Goal applied i.e. the 1st player to score will win that game.
*In the case of a dispute or any issues, the organizer has the final say on all matters pertaining to the matter.
All players must present their vaccination proof during check in at the registration counter using the ALHOSN applications.
Any players who are not green on this application will be asked to leave the venue.
Players must wear a mask at all times inside and around the gaming units.
Any player seen without a mask inside the gaming unit will be given a warning for the 1st time and will be disqualified from the tournament for the second time.
All players must sanitize their hands before and after their games.
All equipment will be sanitized before each game starts by the organizing committee.
No food or drinks are allowed inside the gaming units at all times.
* The organizer reserves the right to change/alter some of the rules mentioned here to ensure Fair Play is given to all participants. Rules are subject to change and players should review the rules of each game directly on the game link.
Please refer to the rules of the tournament on the tournament page, or send your questions to: info@euaepl.com