09/08/2025

Madden NFL 26 Championship Series

Madden NFL 26 Championship Series

How to Watch the Kickoff Challenge

The Madden NFL 26 Championship Series kicks off with the Kickoff Challenge, the first major stop on the road to the Madden Bowl. Players will battle in Madden Ultimate Team for a share of the USD $150,000 prize pool and the championship belt.

The final 8 competitors will clash live at Full Sail University—don’t miss the broadcast on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM ET.

Fans can tune in on Twitch and YouTube to watch the drama unfold, with MCS rewards and content drops available throughout the broadcast.

How to Stream the Madden NFL 26 Kickoff Challenge

• Broadcast Date: September 10, 2025 @ 6:00 PM ET

• Where to Watch:

  • Twitch: @EAMaddenNFL

  • YouTube: @EAMaddenNFL

Follow along on social media for live updates, highlights, and behind-the-scenes coverage.

Tournament Format

• Game Mode: Madden Ultimate Team
• Structure: Ladders → Single Elimination Bracket → Top 8 Live Finalists
• Qualifiers:
  • Ladder Play: August 16–17 & August 23–24, 2025
  • Elimination Phase: August 30–31, 2025
• Prize Pool: USD $150,000 + Belt
• Points: Earn MCS points toward qualifying for the Madden Bowl

Live Finals – Sept 10, 2025

• 8 Competitors Face Off
• Single Elimination to the Championship Match

Prizing

Live Finals (USD $110,000 total):

• 1st Place: USD $50,000 + Championship Belt -2nd Place: USD $20,000
• 3rd–4th Place: USD $10,000 each
• 5th–8th Place: USD $5,000 each

Single Elimination (USD $40,000 total):

• 1st - 8th Place: Advancement to Live Finals
• 9th - 16th Place: USD $3,000
• 17th - 32nd Place: USD $1,000

How to Earn Twitch Drops

• Twitch: Link your Twitch account at twitch.tv/EAMaddenNFL. Watch the Kickoff Challenge broadcast to unlock an exclusive MCS reward.

  • 15 Minutes: Twitch Pack
  • 60 Minutes: Twitch Pack
  • 120 Minutes: 87 OVR Kyle Hamilton Pack
  • 150 Minutes: Twitch Pack
  • 180 Minutes: Twitch Pack

Stay Connected

Follow the Madden Championship Series all season long:

• Twitter/X: @EAMaddenNFL_MCS
• YouTube: @EAMaddenNFL
• Instagram: @EAMaddenNFL_MCS
• Twitch: @EAMaddenNFL

Learn how to sign up and compete at: challengermode.com/s/mcs26