Battle For Glasgow

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Battle For Glasgow is the esports event of the year for Glasgow's esports scene — a weekend of intense showdowns where teams from UOG, UOS, and GCU go head-to-head to settle the score!

About Battle For Glasgow

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BFG is the esports event of the year for Glasgow’s esports scene — a weekend of intense showdowns where teams from UOG, UOS, and GCU go head-to-head to settle the score: who’s the best in the city?

No qualifiers. No warm-ups. One shot on the stage — Will they crumble or come out on top?

What to expect:

Intense finals across multiple games featuring the best teams from each uni

A full-scale arena experience built for hype and high-stakes moments

Student esports athletes, local talent, and Glasgow’s gaming community all in one space

Food, music, and an amazing atmosphere — more than just a tournament

Ultimate bragging rights for the uni that comes out on top

BFG is the biggest university esports event in Glasgow’s and is set to be greater than ever. Which Uni will defy the odds and be crowned the champions of Glasgow? There's only one way to find out...

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