MMOexp: Dedicate as much time as possible to earn money

“In life, balance is important in all aspects,” Ricketts explains. “It’s no different in FIFA 24 Coins gaming. Of course if it’s your occupation, dedicate as much time as possible to earn money. But my advice is to have a healthy life - work - play balance.”

Since hanging up his boots, Ricketts has focused on entering high-level competitions in EA Sports FC 24. While he believes his understanding of football gives him some advantage over his opponents, he acknowledges that it “has a ceiling”. This was proven by his first week of eMLS competition, in which he also represented the Whitecaps. Ricketts lost all ten of his matches and shipped 150 goals in the process.

“It’s a huge step, maybe one I wasn’t prepared for,” he says. “But although I took a beating in [League Series One], I grew from the experience. I got more insight into the esports space and now understand how I could grow the space to include a pro/ex-pro tournament which is my goal.”

In Ricketts’ debut tournament, he was facing off against the likes of record-breaking eMLS star Paulo Neto and reigning eMLS Cup champion Niklas ‘NR7’ Raseck. This is the top level of EA FC esport on the continent, featuring the highest level esports athletes.

Ricketts’ interest in taking things a step down and forming his own competition among former footballers is an intriguing premise, and one that could garner great interest. Just look at Gerard Pique's Kings League, Sergio Aguero’s esports team, or Diogo Jota. At a time when many are worried that the esports bubble is bursting, perhaps celebrity endorsements or ex-pro leagues could be just the thing to FIFA 24 Coins for sale revitalise the industry.