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Reus, who plays for Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund, replaces Lionel Messi, who had been the global cover athlete for the incredibly popular video game series since 2012. Reus will be joined by other players on national/regional covers. Those players will be announced at later dates.
“I’m honored to join a very distinguished group of footballers to appear on the cover of FIFA,” Reus said in a statement. “Most of all I am humbled that the fans have chosen me, and I will strive to make them proud with my performance on the pitch.”
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