Youssef “xcharifx” Charif is one of Morocco’s leading esports athletes, competing in EA Sports FC under the international organization FUT Esports. In 2024, he made history as the first Moroccan and the second African to reach the semi-finals of the EA FC Pro World Championship. This milestone marked a major step forward for Moroccan esports on the global stage.

Honoring him as a 2025 winner is a celebration of a true esports champion, a pioneer for Morocco, and an inspiring role model for the next generation of competitors.