Unbeaten Tala Almazrou Makes History as First Saudi Female to Win Gold at Asian Youth Games

 The Saudi Esports Federation is proud to celebrate a monumental moment for Saudi women in sport, following Tala Almazrou’s historic gold medal win in eFootball at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain. Almazrou’s victory is an unprecedented achievement, etching her name in history as the first Saudi female athlete to win a gold medal in the history of the Asian Games.

Tala’s achievement is a powerful testament to the Kingdom’s commitment to empowering young Saudi women, showcasing their ability to achieve global excellence in the rapidly evolving world of esports, supported by the Saudi Esports Federation.

Tala Almazrou, a standout graduate of the Saudi Esports Academy’s FIFA program, dominated the eFootball competition with an unblemished, undefeated record ending in a commanding victory in the final. Her journey in esports began at the grassroots level through the Schools eLeague on EAFC, where her exceptional talent saw her qualify for the online stage, as well as participating in the Saudi eLeague. She subsequently represented the Kingdom in the Arab eLeague on eFootball.

At the Asian Youth Games 2025, Almazrou demonstrated unmatched skill and composure against Asia’s elite youth competitors. In the semi-finals, she triumphed over Laos’ Viengxila Thammavong, before securing the gold in the final match against Thailand’s Supawadee Dunyachit with a clean three-game victory.

"Tala Almazrou is more than a champion, she is a pioneer and a symbol of the ambitious spirit of the Saudi youth,” Rawan AlButairi,  CEO of the Saudi Esports Federation.

“This gold medal, the first by a Saudi woman in the history of the Asian Youth Games, reflects the Kingdom’s growing leadership in the global esports arena. This milestone proves that our investment in structured talent development, from the grassroots Schools eLeague to the professional academy level, is yielding world-class athletes. Tala has set the benchmark and opened the door for countless other young Saudi women to pursue their dreams in competitive gaming."

The Saudi Esports Federation remains committed to supporting and developing local and grassroots talent, providing clear pathways for aspiring athletes like Tala Almazrou. This success story showcases the growth of the Federation’s vision to build a sustainable ecosystem that nurtures talent and ensures the Kingdom remains at the forefront of the global esports landscape.