Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 to Include Twenty Licensed Brazilian Teams

El Segundo, Calif. — August, 23, 2012 — Answering the calls to thousands of fans across Latin America, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced a new licensing agreement that will bring 20 teams from across Brazil to Pro Evolution Soccer 2013.

Some of the prestigious football clubs from the region, including Palmeiras and Santos will be included this year with updated rosters, current kits, stadiums and all of the hallmarks of each franchise to give players the most immersive soccer experience south of the equator!

The Full list of teams include:

Flamengo
Corinthians
São Paulo
Santos
Portuguesa
Internacional
Palmeiras
Fluminense
Ponte Preta
Coritiba
Grêmio
Vasco
Atlético Mieiro
Bahia
Atlético Goianiense
Sport
Figueirense
Náutico
Botafogo
Cruzeiro

“The Latin American region, particularly Brazil, continues to grow tremendously for us, so it’s important we bring teams and licenses from this region,” said Erik Bladinieres, Director of Latin America for Konami. Bringing in these teams from Brazil, along with the Copa Libertadores license, makes PES 2013 the most authentic soccer experience available in the market.”

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