EA Sports has confirmed that a new online service dubbed EA Sports Football Club will launch alongside FIFA 12 later this year.
EA Sports Football Club provides a unique conection to the world of sport for football fans worldwide, said EA at its E3 press conference today. By joining the service, which will be free of charge, players will receive challenges and storylines direct from the world of soccer. The aim is to bring players together and deepen their connection with their club. Players will compete and join forces with their favourite teams. How you and other supporters of your team perform will affect your team”s standing in the league.
EA explains:
"For the first time ever, everything that happens within EA SPORTS FIFA 12, and against friends, is measured in a meaningful way. Every match matters, all season long. Earn experience points and level up to build your status. Track friends, challenges and status through the web at easportsfootball.com. Share and compare accomplishments and spread the news on social channels like Facebook."
EA Sports Football Club will fuel one single identity across multiple platforms – so, no matter which platform you play on your results will count toward one goal on the new service.
More details as we get them