And just like last year, Swissquote settled for third place and once again produced the tournament’s top scorer, Yannick Makota.
Exness Wins!
When spreadsheets give way to sliding tackles, you
know it’s time for FXCubic’s annual football tradition. Financial firms from around the world gathered in
Limassol on Friday for a football tournament that blurs the line between business rivalry
and sporting camaraderie.
The FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament, now in its fourth year, was held at Wembley Mini Football in Ypsonas and featured 16
teams drawn from across the trading and brokerage world.
The exciting soccer sensation, organized by the
fintech specialist FXCubic, brought together top FX industry brands, including
brokers and technology providers, for an evening of fierce but friendly football
competition.
Exness Wins
Exness became the 2025 FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament champions, claiming the title with a commanding performance in the final against FXDS.
FXDS, who had stunned Swissquote in the semifinals, settled for second place after an impressive tournament run of their own. Meanwhile, Swissquote secured third place once again, repeating last year’s result with a solid playoff victory.
Exness wins
FXDS came in second
Swissquote at #3
Top scorer, Yannick Makota
Swissquote Secures Third Place Again
Swissquote repeated last year’s result, securing third place once more at the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament. After falling short in the semifinals, the team responded with a confident performance in the playoffs, closing out their campaign on familiar ground and showing consistent quality across the tournament.
Comments from the Pitch
"When we launched the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament four
years ago, we knew the industry needed a more engaging and entertaining way to
come together," commented Andreas Georgiou, the Director of Convertico Media and Organizer of the event.
"What began as a simple idea has grown into a highly
anticipated, invite-only event featuring some of the most prestigious brands in
the industry. Each year, it gets bigger and better, and we couldn’t be prouder
of the success and community it has built."
Third-Place Playoff: Swissquote Vs HF Markets
In the Semi-finals, Exness powered past HF Markets with a 5-1 victory, showing sharp finishing and control from start to finish. Their strong run continues as they head into the final with momentum on their side.
Swissquote vs HF Markets
In the other semifinal, FXDS stunned Swissquote 4-2, knocking out one of the tournament’s top performers in a high-tempo encounter.
Semi-finals: Exness, Swissquote, HF Markets, and FXDS
The FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament quarterfinals lived up
to expectations, with standout performances and surprising scorelines. Exness
defeated Match-Prime 6-3 in a fast-paced clash full of goals and momentum
shifts, securing their place in the semifinals.
Swissquote remained in top form with a solid 2-0 win over
Tickmill, controlling the tempo and keeping a clean sheet. HF Markets advanced after beating Squared Financial 2-0,
showing a strong defensive structure and taking their chances well.
In the final quarterfinal match, FXDS delivered a shock
result, thrashing Equiti 4-0 in one of the round’s most decisive outcomes. With
four teams now through, the semifinal matchups are set to bring even more
intensity as the title comes into view.
Quarterfinals: Match Prime, Swissquote, Squared Financial, Equiti, Exness, Tickmill, HF Markets, and FXDS
After rounds of intense group-stage action, the field has narrowed to eight standout teams set to battle it out in the quarterfinals of the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament.
Match-Prime, Swissquote, Squared Financial, Equiti, Exness, Tickmill, HF Markets, and FXDS have all booked their spots in the knockout round.
Fifth Round
Round Five of the tournament saw key teams lock in their spots as group leaders, while others wrapped up their campaigns.
Match-Prime stayed unbeaten with a 3-0 win over FxPro, continuing their dominant run with disciplined defense and clinical finishing. Exness repeated their earlier form with another emphatic 8-0 victory—this time over cTrader— in one of the tournament’s most one-sided scorelines.
Exness vs HF Markets
Elsewhere, Convertico Media and FXDS shared the spoils in a 2-2 draw, with both sides creating chances and refusing to back down.
Equiti edged out HF Markets 1-0 in a tightly contested clash between two top-performing teams, cementing their credentials as serious contenders. With the group stage complete, all eyes now turn to the knockout phase.
Fourth Round
Round Four of the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament
brought a mix of dominant wins and tightly contested draws as teams made their
final push before the knockout stage.
Tickmill secured a confident 3-0 victory over FxPro,
bouncing back from earlier results with a strong all-around performance. LP
Prime and cTrader ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams sharing points after a
balanced contest that offered few clear chances.
Convertico Media edged out Scope Markets 2-1, grabbing
a much-needed win thanks to a late goal that sealed the result. Meanwhile, Equiti
continued their impressive form with a 5-1 win over Ingot Brokers.
Third Round of Group Stages
Meanwhile, Round Three of the group stages saw several teams
reinforce their strong starts, while others were left looking for answers.
Match-Prime continued their winning streak with a commanding 4-0 victory over
XS.
Swissquote held off a strong challenge from Exness to win
4-2, maintaining their unbeaten run in an entertaining end-to-end match. Squared Financial and FXDS played out a tense 0-0 draw, with
both sides staying compact and cancelling each other out in midfield.
Additionally, HF Markets dominated again, beating
Pepperstone 6-1 in one of the most one-sided matches of the day. With just one
round left before the knockout phase, frontrunners like Swissquote, HF Markets,
and Match-Prime are starting to emerge.
Second Round
Round Two of the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament brought more decisive results as teams looked to gain early momentum. Match-Prime edged past Tickmill 1-0 in a closely fought contest, sealing the win with a single goal that proved enough to separate the sides.
Exness, on the other hand, cruised to a 4-0 win over LP Prime, dominating the match with confident attacking play and solid defense.
FX Dealing Solutions (FXDS) secured a 2-0 victory over Scope Markets, controlling possession and converting key chances to claim their first win.
HF Markets also impressed with a 4-0 win against INGOT Brokers, applying constant pressure and making their mark as early contenders. With two rounds now complete, the competition is heating up as teams fight for a place in the knockout stage.
Equity vs Ingot Brokers
Opening Round
In the opening round, FxPro and XS played out a goalless
draw, with both teams failing to break the deadlock despite several chances on
either end. Meanwhile, Swissquote delivered the most emphatic win of the day,
sweeping aside cTrader with a commanding 8-0 victory that set the tone for
their campaign.
Elsewhere, Squared Financial overcame a spirited effort from
Convertico Media to win 4-2 in a well-balanced contest that tilted late in
Squared’s favor. In one of the tighter fixtures, Equiti edged Pepperstone 2-1,
sealing the win with a second-half goal after both sides exchanged early
strikes.
Tournament Schedule
GROUP A
GROUP B
GROUP C
GROUP D
FxPro
Match Prime
Tickmill
XS
cTrader
Exness
LP Prime
Swissquote
Convertico
Media
FXDS
Scope Markets
SquaredFinancial
Equiti
HF Markets
Ingot Brokers
Pepperstone
The 16 teams competing in the 2025 tournament are: Convertico
Media, cTrader, Equiti, Exness, FX Dealing Solutions, FxPro, HF Markets, LP
Prime, Match-Prime Liquidity, Pepperstone, Scope Markets, Squared Financial, Swissquote
Capital Markets, Tickmill, and XS.
Match-prime liquidity
“Each year, this event grows not only in size but in spirit,” said Wassim Khateeb, CCO at FXCubic. “The tournament gives professionals from across our ecosystem the chance to step away from their desks, connect through sport, and celebrate the values that make this industry great: teamwork, integrity, and drive.”
exness team
Trophies
Meet the Finance Magnates team
Last year's tournament
Last year, Equiti won the competition, clinching the coveted
trophy with a stellar performance against Match Prime. Swissquote emerged third
and produced the top scorer of the tournament, Yannick Makota.
The teams that made it to the Semi-finals were 26 Degrees, Match Prime, Swissquote, and Equiti.
FXCubic is a London-based fintech firm that specializes in low-latency software, high-performance liquidity management systems, and risk intelligence solutions.
When spreadsheets give way to sliding tackles, you
know it’s time for FXCubic’s annual football tradition. Financial firms from around the world gathered in
Limassol on Friday for a football tournament that blurs the line between business rivalry
and sporting camaraderie.
The FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament, now in its fourth year, was held at Wembley Mini Football in Ypsonas and featured 16
teams drawn from across the trading and brokerage world.
The exciting soccer sensation, organized by the
fintech specialist FXCubic, brought together top FX industry brands, including
brokers and technology providers, for an evening of fierce but friendly football
competition.
Exness Wins
Exness became the 2025 FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament champions, claiming the title with a commanding performance in the final against FXDS.
FXDS, who had stunned Swissquote in the semifinals, settled for second place after an impressive tournament run of their own. Meanwhile, Swissquote secured third place once again, repeating last year’s result with a solid playoff victory.
Exness wins
FXDS came in second
Swissquote at #3
Top scorer, Yannick Makota
Swissquote Secures Third Place Again
Swissquote repeated last year’s result, securing third place once more at the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament. After falling short in the semifinals, the team responded with a confident performance in the playoffs, closing out their campaign on familiar ground and showing consistent quality across the tournament.
Comments from the Pitch
"When we launched the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament four
years ago, we knew the industry needed a more engaging and entertaining way to
come together," commented Andreas Georgiou, the Director of Convertico Media and Organizer of the event.
"What began as a simple idea has grown into a highly
anticipated, invite-only event featuring some of the most prestigious brands in
the industry. Each year, it gets bigger and better, and we couldn’t be prouder
of the success and community it has built."
Third-Place Playoff: Swissquote Vs HF Markets
In the Semi-finals, Exness powered past HF Markets with a 5-1 victory, showing sharp finishing and control from start to finish. Their strong run continues as they head into the final with momentum on their side.
Swissquote vs HF Markets
In the other semifinal, FXDS stunned Swissquote 4-2, knocking out one of the tournament’s top performers in a high-tempo encounter.
Semi-finals: Exness, Swissquote, HF Markets, and FXDS
The FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament quarterfinals lived up
to expectations, with standout performances and surprising scorelines. Exness
defeated Match-Prime 6-3 in a fast-paced clash full of goals and momentum
shifts, securing their place in the semifinals.
Swissquote remained in top form with a solid 2-0 win over
Tickmill, controlling the tempo and keeping a clean sheet. HF Markets advanced after beating Squared Financial 2-0,
showing a strong defensive structure and taking their chances well.
In the final quarterfinal match, FXDS delivered a shock
result, thrashing Equiti 4-0 in one of the round’s most decisive outcomes. With
four teams now through, the semifinal matchups are set to bring even more
intensity as the title comes into view.
Quarterfinals: Match Prime, Swissquote, Squared Financial, Equiti, Exness, Tickmill, HF Markets, and FXDS
After rounds of intense group-stage action, the field has narrowed to eight standout teams set to battle it out in the quarterfinals of the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament.
Match-Prime, Swissquote, Squared Financial, Equiti, Exness, Tickmill, HF Markets, and FXDS have all booked their spots in the knockout round.
Fifth Round
Round Five of the tournament saw key teams lock in their spots as group leaders, while others wrapped up their campaigns.
Match-Prime stayed unbeaten with a 3-0 win over FxPro, continuing their dominant run with disciplined defense and clinical finishing. Exness repeated their earlier form with another emphatic 8-0 victory—this time over cTrader— in one of the tournament’s most one-sided scorelines.
Exness vs HF Markets
Elsewhere, Convertico Media and FXDS shared the spoils in a 2-2 draw, with both sides creating chances and refusing to back down.
Equiti edged out HF Markets 1-0 in a tightly contested clash between two top-performing teams, cementing their credentials as serious contenders. With the group stage complete, all eyes now turn to the knockout phase.
Fourth Round
Round Four of the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament
brought a mix of dominant wins and tightly contested draws as teams made their
final push before the knockout stage.
Tickmill secured a confident 3-0 victory over FxPro,
bouncing back from earlier results with a strong all-around performance. LP
Prime and cTrader ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams sharing points after a
balanced contest that offered few clear chances.
Convertico Media edged out Scope Markets 2-1, grabbing
a much-needed win thanks to a late goal that sealed the result. Meanwhile, Equiti
continued their impressive form with a 5-1 win over Ingot Brokers.
Third Round of Group Stages
Meanwhile, Round Three of the group stages saw several teams
reinforce their strong starts, while others were left looking for answers.
Match-Prime continued their winning streak with a commanding 4-0 victory over
XS.
Swissquote held off a strong challenge from Exness to win
4-2, maintaining their unbeaten run in an entertaining end-to-end match. Squared Financial and FXDS played out a tense 0-0 draw, with
both sides staying compact and cancelling each other out in midfield.
Additionally, HF Markets dominated again, beating
Pepperstone 6-1 in one of the most one-sided matches of the day. With just one
round left before the knockout phase, frontrunners like Swissquote, HF Markets,
and Match-Prime are starting to emerge.
Second Round
Round Two of the FXCubic Mini-Football Tournament brought more decisive results as teams looked to gain early momentum. Match-Prime edged past Tickmill 1-0 in a closely fought contest, sealing the win with a single goal that proved enough to separate the sides.
Exness, on the other hand, cruised to a 4-0 win over LP Prime, dominating the match with confident attacking play and solid defense.
FX Dealing Solutions (FXDS) secured a 2-0 victory over Scope Markets, controlling possession and converting key chances to claim their first win.
HF Markets also impressed with a 4-0 win against INGOT Brokers, applying constant pressure and making their mark as early contenders. With two rounds now complete, the competition is heating up as teams fight for a place in the knockout stage.
Equity vs Ingot Brokers
Opening Round
In the opening round, FxPro and XS played out a goalless
draw, with both teams failing to break the deadlock despite several chances on
either end. Meanwhile, Swissquote delivered the most emphatic win of the day,
sweeping aside cTrader with a commanding 8-0 victory that set the tone for
their campaign.
Elsewhere, Squared Financial overcame a spirited effort from
Convertico Media to win 4-2 in a well-balanced contest that tilted late in
Squared’s favor. In one of the tighter fixtures, Equiti edged Pepperstone 2-1,
sealing the win with a second-half goal after both sides exchanged early
strikes.
Tournament Schedule
GROUP A
GROUP B
GROUP C
GROUP D
FxPro
Match Prime
Tickmill
XS
cTrader
Exness
LP Prime
Swissquote
Convertico
Media
FXDS
Scope Markets
SquaredFinancial
Equiti
HF Markets
Ingot Brokers
Pepperstone
The 16 teams competing in the 2025 tournament are: Convertico
Media, cTrader, Equiti, Exness, FX Dealing Solutions, FxPro, HF Markets, LP
Prime, Match-Prime Liquidity, Pepperstone, Scope Markets, Squared Financial, Swissquote
Capital Markets, Tickmill, and XS.
Match-prime liquidity
“Each year, this event grows not only in size but in spirit,” said Wassim Khateeb, CCO at FXCubic. “The tournament gives professionals from across our ecosystem the chance to step away from their desks, connect through sport, and celebrate the values that make this industry great: teamwork, integrity, and drive.”
exness team
Trophies
Meet the Finance Magnates team
Last year's tournament
Last year, Equiti won the competition, clinching the coveted
trophy with a stellar performance against Match Prime. Swissquote emerged third
and produced the top scorer of the tournament, Yannick Makota.
The teams that made it to the Semi-finals were 26 Degrees, Match Prime, Swissquote, and Equiti.
FXCubic is a London-based fintech firm that specializes in low-latency software, high-performance liquidity management systems, and risk intelligence solutions.
Jared Kirui is an Editor at Finance Magnates with more than five years of experience in financial journalism. He covers online trading, fintech, payments, and crypto industries with a focus on companies, regulation and compliance, executive moves, trading technology, and market analysis.
His work has been featured in other media outlets, including Benzinga, ZyCrypto, The Distributed, and The Daily Hodl.
Education:
Bachelor of Commerce degree (Finance option), University of Nairobi
90% Adoption: How AI Is Reshaping French Investment Firms
CMC Markets’ Artur Delijergijevs on Metals Demand, Volatility, & Stable Execution
CMC Markets’ Artur Delijergijevs on Metals Demand, Volatility, & Stable Execution
In this exclusive Executive Interview, Finance Magnates speaks with Artur Delijergijevs, Head of Systematic Market Making at CMC Markets, about the current state of metals demand and market volatility.
Delijergijevs offers a desk-level view on:
- Metals Demand: Why metals are seeing the strongest demand from both retail and institutional clients right now.
- The Safe-Haven Debate: Questioning whether gold still fits the classic safe-haven definition given large daily price movements.
- Volatile Market Prep: How a market-making desk prepares its systems and pricing for stressed market conditions and high-impact economic events.
- Hybrid Execution: Why the best execution model combines electronic speed with human relationship support, especially during volatility.
- AI in Workflow: Where CMC Markets is integrating machine learning for risk management and pricing, and the limitations of AI during stressed markets.
- Dubai's Role: The strategic importance of Dubai’s location for covering global trading sessions across Asia, Europe, and the US.
Watch to understand how CMC Markets maintains stable pricing and reliable execution quality in high-volatility environments.
#CMCmarkets #forex #metals #gold #trading #volatility #MarketMaking #iFXDubai #FinanceMagnates #Finance #Fintech #Execution #AlgorithmicTrading #RiskManagement
In this exclusive Executive Interview, Finance Magnates speaks with Artur Delijergijevs, Head of Systematic Market Making at CMC Markets, about the current state of metals demand and market volatility.
Delijergijevs offers a desk-level view on:
- Metals Demand: Why metals are seeing the strongest demand from both retail and institutional clients right now.
- The Safe-Haven Debate: Questioning whether gold still fits the classic safe-haven definition given large daily price movements.
- Volatile Market Prep: How a market-making desk prepares its systems and pricing for stressed market conditions and high-impact economic events.
- Hybrid Execution: Why the best execution model combines electronic speed with human relationship support, especially during volatility.
- AI in Workflow: Where CMC Markets is integrating machine learning for risk management and pricing, and the limitations of AI during stressed markets.
- Dubai's Role: The strategic importance of Dubai’s location for covering global trading sessions across Asia, Europe, and the US.
Watch to understand how CMC Markets maintains stable pricing and reliable execution quality in high-volatility environments.
#CMCmarkets #forex #metals #gold #trading #volatility #MarketMaking #iFXDubai #FinanceMagnates #Finance #Fintech #Execution #AlgorithmicTrading #RiskManagement
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
Nominate your brand now.
https://awards.financemagnates.com/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=nominations-open
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech #FinanceIndustry
The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
Nominate your brand now.
https://awards.financemagnates.com/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=nominations-open
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech #FinanceIndustry
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 | Nominations Now Open 🏆#Fintech #FMAwards #TradingIndustry
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 | Nominations Now Open 🏆#Fintech #FMAwards #TradingIndustry
Lights on. Cameras ready. 🎬
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech
Lights on. Cameras ready. 🎬
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
#FMAwards #FinanceMagnates #FintechAwards #Fintech
Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
