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eFootball™️ Up Next as IESF World Esports Championships Regional Qualifiers Continue

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3 years ago

September 7, 2022

George Miller

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Players from 26 countries will compete in Podgorica, Montenegro for a spot at the WE Championships Finals

This year’s eFootball™️ European Championship, organized by the European Esports Federation (EEF) with support from the International Esports Federation (IESF), will see the top 26 players from 26 countries compete in virtual stadiums for the eFootball™️ trophy and a spot at the 2022 World Esports Championship Finals in Bali, Indonesia in just three months. The European Championship will also feature a €10,000 prize pool.

The eFootball™️ regional qualifier will get underway on September 6 to September 10 at the Bemax Arena in Podgorica, Montenegro with fans able to stream all of the action and cheer on their favorite players virtually on the IESF Twitch channel. This event will be Montenegro’s biggest Esports event to date and will mark the nation’s first time hosting a regional qualifier.

Europe’s most skilled players from Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Kosovo, Luxembourg, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Netherlands, Portugal, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine and Wales are set to compete.

IESF President Vlad Marinescu said: “Podgorica has already done an incredible job preparing for this exciting event, and we can’t wait to watch Europe’s best eFootball™️ players go head-to-head. With 26 nations competing, this action-packed qualifier will provide a preview of the thrilling competition we can expect in Bali in December. I wish the best of luck to all the players and thank the European Esports Federation and the Alliance of Electronic Sports of Montenegro for support in hosting this event.”

European Esports Federation President Ido Brosh said: “We are all super excited for the largest European eFootball™️2023 event happening in Montenegro this week. I’d like to thank the Alliance of Electronic Sports Federation of Montenegro and the Montenegro Olympic Committee for their support.”

IESF recently wrapped up the Tekken 7 and CS:GO regional qualifiers, with Italy and North Macedonia claiming the top spots, respectively.

The WE Championships regional qualifiers will continue in the fall with the Panam, Asian and African Championships. The world’s greatest Esports players will then face off at the 2022 edition of the WE Championships Finals in Bali, Indonesia from December 1 to 12.

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Kiril Kirilov takes on new leadership role at CT Interactive

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1 week ago

January 19, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Kiril Kirilov has been named Chief Customer Success Officer (CCSO) at CT Interactive, representing a notable achievement in his career and underscoring the firm’s dedication to leadership quality.

In the last four years, Kiril has progressed through three key positions—from Account Manager to Head of Account Management—before taking on his current executive role, consistently showcasing robust leadership, business insight, and industry knowledge.

Kiril leverages a strong background in Account Management and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to implement a customer-focused, results-oriented strategy for CT Interactive’s commercial endeavors. His selection demonstrates the company’s dedication to nurturing internal talent, maintaining leadership continuity, and enhancing collaborations via seasoned, growth-focused executive management

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CT Interactive Appoints Martin Dimitrov as its New Commercial Manager

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2 weeks ago

January 16, 2026

Wladimir P.

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CT Interactive has appointed Martin Dimitrov as its new Commercial Manager. Martin brings over eight years of experience in sales, client management and business development, with the past two years dedicated to the dynamic iGaming industry.

Throughout his career, Martin has managed a diverse portfolio of clients and partners, successfully developing and strengthening long-term commercial relationships. His active participation in key industry events has enabled him to build an extensive professional network and maintain a strong, up-to-date understanding of market trends and dynamics.

Martin’s strong leadership and strategic thinking allow him to identify new business opportunities, drive sustainable growth and support partners with tailored commercial solutions. His collaborative approach and results-driven mindset make him a trusted point of contact for clients and colleagues alike.

With his deep understanding of the iGaming landscape and proven commercial expertise, Martin Dimitrov is a valuable addition to the CT Interactive team.

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CT Interactive Appoints Vasil Parvanov as Team Lead, Commercial Managers

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2 weeks ago

January 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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CT Interactive has appointed Vasil Parvanov as Team Lead, Commercial Managers. In this role, he will be responsible for managing the commercial team and supporting the company’s growth through strategic partnerships and data-driven decision-making.

With a strong background Vasil brings his extensive experience to the CT Interactive team. His expertise includes developing CRM and customer segmentation strategies, designing onboarding and engagement journeys, and implementing cross-selling and upselling initiatives that improve retention, customer loyalty and long-term value.

This promotion reflects CT Interactive’s commitment to nurturing internal talent and ensuring that partners continue to work with an experienced, and growth-oriented commercial leadership team. In his new role, Vasil is expected to play a key part in strengthening CT Interactive’s commercial performance and driving sustainable growth.

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