Naruto Meets Neymar in eFootball Special Crossover Event

eFootball x Naruto Shippuden Collaboration Brings Anime and Football Together
Konami has officially launched a limited-time collaboration between eFootball™ and Naruto Shippuden, blending two worlds that fans never expected to see collide.
This crossover introduces a unique mix of anime characters and real-world football stars, delivering a fresh and visually exciting experience inside the game.
Movie Trailer: https://x.com/play_eFootball/status/2049708505654046982
Naruto x Neymar Jr. and Sasuke x Kubo Take Center Stage
The highlight of this collaboration is the special pairing of iconic characters and players:
- Naruto Uzumaki × Neymar Jr.
- Sasuke Uchiha × Takefusa Kubo
These exclusive collaboration cards bring a creative fusion of ninja powers and football skills, making matches feel more dynamic and visually striking.

Special Trailer Featuring Global Stars
To celebrate the event, a special trailer has been released featuring Neymar Jr. and Robert Lewandowski alongside characters from Naruto Shippuden.
This crossover presentation further emphasizes how both universes merge into one cohesive experience.
Limited-Time Event and Rewards
During the campaign period from April 30 to May 14, 2026, players can:
- Participate in in-game events
- Earn exclusive collaboration players
- Unlock themed items inspired by Naruto
These rewards are available for free through gameplay, making the event accessible to all players.
Anime-Inspired Gameplay Effects
One of the most exciting additions is the special visual effects tied to gameplay.
When using Stunning Shot, collaboration players trigger animations inspired by iconic ninja techniques such as:
- Wind Style: Rasenshuriken
- Chidori
Scoring goals also activates unique celebration animations, enhancing the crossover atmosphere on the pitch.
More Than Just Cosmetics
Beyond player cards, the event also includes:
- Naruto-themed stadium decorations
- Exclusive celebration moves
- A complete visual makeover that brings anime energy into football matches
These additions transform the usual gameplay into something more immersive and entertaining.
A Perfect Blend of Two Worlds
The eFootball x Naruto Shippuden collaboration stands out as a creative crossover that goes beyond simple cosmetics. It captures the spirit of both franchises, combining high-energy football action with iconic anime elements.
For fans of either series, this event offers a rare opportunity to experience something truly different.
Join the Event Before It Ends
With the event available for a limited time, players should jump in now to experience the crossover and collect exclusive rewards before it’s gone.
This is one collaboration where ninja techniques meet stunning goals, and it works surprisingly well.
Konami has officially launched a limited-time collaboration between eFootball™ and Naruto Shippuden, blending two worlds that fans never expected to see collide.
This crossover introduces a unique mix of anime characters and real-world football stars, delivering a fresh and visually exciting experience inside the game.
Naruto x Neymar Jr. and Sasuke x Kubo Take Center Stage
The highlight of this collaboration is the special pairing of iconic characters and players:
- Naruto Uzumaki × Neymar Jr.
- Sasuke Uchiha × Takefusa Kubo
These exclusive collaboration cards bring a creative fusion of ninja powers and football skills, making matches feel more dynamic and visually striking.
Special Trailer Featuring Global Stars
To celebrate the event, a special trailer has been released featuring Neymar Jr. and Robert Lewandowski alongside characters from Naruto Shippuden.
This crossover presentation further emphasizes how both universes merge into one cohesive experience.
Limited-Time Event and Rewards
During the campaign period from April 30 to May 14, 2026, players can:
- Participate in in-game events
- Earn exclusive collaboration players
- Unlock themed items inspired by Naruto
These rewards are available for free through gameplay, making the event accessible to all players.
Anime-Inspired Gameplay Effects
One of the most exciting additions is the special visual effects tied to gameplay.
When using Stunning Shot, collaboration players trigger animations inspired by iconic ninja techniques such as:
- Wind Style: Rasenshuriken
- Chidori
Scoring goals also activates unique celebration animations, enhancing the crossover atmosphere on the pitch.
More Than Just Cosmetics
Beyond player cards, the event also includes:
- Naruto-themed stadium decorations
- Exclusive celebration moves
- A complete visual makeover that brings anime energy into football matches
These additions transform the usual gameplay into something more immersive and entertaining.
A Perfect Blend of Two Worlds
The eFootball x Naruto Shippuden collaboration stands out as a creative crossover that goes beyond simple cosmetics. It captures the spirit of both franchises, combining high-energy football action with iconic anime elements.
For fans of either series, this event offers a rare opportunity to experience something truly different.
Join the Event Before It Ends
With the event available for a limited time, players should jump in now to experience the crossover and collect exclusive rewards before it’s gone.
This is one collaboration where ninja techniques meet stunning goals, and it works surprisingly well.
You can find more information on this website: https://www.konami.com/efootball/en/




About NARUTO
NARUTO is a manga series created by Masashi Kishimoto that was serialized in Weekly ShonenJump. Met with immediate popularity following its initial publication in 1999, the series went on to receive an anime adaptation that commenced broadcasting in 2002.
The manga concluded in 2014 with a total of 700 chapters. The total number of print copies sold globally exceeds 250 million, and even now NARUTO events, games, merchandise,and more continue to be created and released for fans to enjoy— a testament to the series’ enduring influence and popularity around the world.
BORUTO: Naruto Next Generations
(Supervisor: Masashi Kishimoto / Art: Mikio Ikemoto), the sequel to the NARUTO series, is currently being published in V Jump under the creative supervision of Masashi Kishimoto.
About “eFootball™”
“eFootball™” was the rebranding of KONAMI’s popular gaming series “PES”. The change marked a great leap forward as the branding changed alongside the addition of a new football game engine, advancements in gameplay, and the remodelling of the title as ‘free-to-play’ across all compatible devices.
“eFootball™” is an ever-evolving platform with over 1 billion downloads worldwide to date.
“eFootball”, “e-Football” and “eFootball logo” are registered trademarks or trademarks of Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries or regions.
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©2002 MASASHI KISHIMOTO / 2007 SHIPPUDEN All Rights Reserved.
About Konami Group
Konami Group was established in 1973, starting as an amusement machine manufacturer for arcades. Over the years, the company has grown to include different business units across various markets. Currently, KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION includes the Digital Entertainment, Amusement, Gaming & Systems, and Sports Businesses. The company went public on the Osaka Securities Exchange in 1984, the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1988, and the London Stock Exchange in 1999. For more information, visit: www.konami.com/en.
About Konami Digital Entertainment
Konami Digital Entertainment, which is the core company of Konami Group, develops entertaining content for mobile, console and card games. The company is known for global franchises such as eFootball™, Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Contra, as well as the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game series. www.konami.com/games/corporate/en/





