League of Legends European Masters cooks up Nissin partnership

Riot Games’ League of Legends European Masters competition has added instant ramen brand Nissin as its official convenience food and instant noodles partner.

The Japanese brand is the latest announced sponsor for the Spring 2020 season of the regional tournament, which is currently holding group stage matches.

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The League of Legends European Masters competition will hold its quarterfinals on May 6th ahead of semifinals on May 9th and finals on May 10th. The tournament is being played entirely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with Riot Games taking over production duties from ESL, which produced the previous editions.

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Nissin has a history of esports sponsorship, including past Evo and Evo Japan events as well as the Rocket League Championship Series. The company has also partnered with game publishers Bandai Namco and Square Enix on marketing deals.

Esports Insider says: The European Masters might be a regional tournament, but League of Legends continually brings in diverse sponsorships. Nissin must have seen positive results from its past esports and gaming initiatives.

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