Qiddiya City to host MPL MENA Grand Finals from 2027
Saudi Arabia's Qiddiya City will become the long-term home of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Middle East and North Africa (MPL MENA) Grand Finals from 2027, under a five-year hosting agreement between MOONTON Games and Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC).
The agreement will see the regional competition's Grand Finals held at Qiddiya City through 2031, establishing a recurring destination for one of MENA's leading mobile esports tournaments.
The hosting arrangement expands an existing five-year partnership established in May 2026, when Qiddiya City became an official partner of MPL MENA.
That initial agreement focused on broadcast integrations, fan experiences, community activities and youth engagement. The expanded collaboration adds a long-term home for the league's flagship event.
Qiddiya City is being developed as a major entertainment, sports and cultural destination in Saudi Arabia, with a dedicated Gaming and Esports District forming part of its plans.
The MPL MENA Grand Finals will become a recurring fixture in the city's esports calendar, supporting efforts to attract international audiences and develop professional gaming opportunities in the region.
Ray Ng, Head of Esports Ecosystem at MOONTON Games, highlighted the importance of establishing a permanent destination for the competition.
"Our expanded partnership with Qiddiya City gives MPL MENA a long-term home and a stronger foundation to grow the league, elevate fan experiences, and nurture regional talent," he said.
Ng also emphasised the role of professional esports in creating opportunities for young people across MENA.
"Beyond developing champions, our ambition is to build an ecosystem that empowers young talent to excel in their chosen paths and become role models who inspire the next generation."
The hosting agreement follows the conclusion of MPL MENA Season 10, which saw Saudi Arabian organisation Team Falcons secure its third league title after defeating Titan Esports Club 4-2 in the Grand Finals.
Team Falcons recovered from a 2-0 deficit to win four consecutive games and claim the championship, securing qualification for the M8 World Championship in January 2027.
The team will compete in the tournament's Main Stage in Istanbul, Türkiye, while runners-up Titan Esports Club will enter the Wild Card stage in Bangkok, Thailand.
The M8 World Championship will take place across two continents for the first time, with 10 teams competing in the Wild Card for three remaining places in the 16-team Main Stage.
The tournament will feature a US$1 million prize pool and mark the M Series' first appearance in Europe.
MENA's international presence has also grown through competitions such as the 2026 MLBB Mid Season Cup in Paris, where Team Falcons progressed through the Wild Card to join Geekay Esports in the Main Stage.
The result marked the first time MENA secured a second Mid Season Cup Main Stage place through international qualification.
The five-year Qiddiya City agreement reflects the increasing importance of long-term partnerships in regional esports, providing a consistent location for the MPL MENA Grand Finals while supporting the development of the wider competitive gaming ecosystem.
Further details regarding the 2027 Grand Finals schedule and event arrangements have yet to be confirmed.
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