The "Exclusive" nature meant these lines were unique to FIFA 14. They were never reused, making the game a time capsule of 2013 football culture.
: Exceptional passion and emotional "soul" compared to English versions. fifa 14 arabic commentary exclusive
In standard FIFA, a goal call lasts 3 to 5 seconds. In the , El-Shawaly could hold a single "GOOOOOOAL" for 15 seconds, running out of breath, followed by a whispered prayer. For a last-minute winner, the commentary actually drowned out the stadium noise, creating a surreal, euphoric broadcast effect. The "Exclusive" nature meant these lines were unique
At EA Sports, we're committed to bringing the most authentic and immersive gaming experiences to our fans around the world. The addition of Arabic commentary to FIFA 14 is a significant milestone, and we're honored to be able to share it with our Arabic-speaking community. In standard FIFA, a goal call lasts 3 to 5 seconds
Omar picked Real Madrid vs. Barcelona—the ultimate stage. As the players walked out of the tunnel at a digital Bernabéu, the silence was shattered. "Ya Rabbaaaaaah!" The voice of Essam El Shawaly
Unlike literal translations of English commentary, El-Shawali and Al-Harigi improvised culturally resonant calls:
This inclusion brought authentic terminology and the characteristic "passion" of Arab broadcasting to the digital pitch, including Shawali's famous goal celebrations and unique player descriptions.