If you’ve ever booted up eFootball 2022 only to realize you can’t jump straight into a friendly match with your buddy who plays on a different system, you’re not alone. Figuring out how to add friends on eFootball 2022 is one of the most common pain points for new and returning players alike, especially since Konami’s cross-play setup works a little differently from other sports games. I’ve spent dozens of hours testing the friend request system across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and mobile, so I’ve put together all the steps you need to skip the confusion and get straight to playing with people you know. You don’t need any special settings or paid subscriptions to make this work, either — just a few minutes of your time and your friend’s Konami ID handy.
Step-by-Step: How to Add Friends on eFootball 2022 via Konami ID
First off, forget using your PlayStation Network ID, Xbox Gamertag, or Steam friend list to send requests directly. eFootball 2022 uses Konami’s own account system to connect players across all platforms, so you and your friend will both need to have a linked Konami ID first. If you haven’t set one up yet, you can do it directly from the game’s main menu in under two minutes.
- Head to the Extras tab on the main menu, then select User Information followed by Link Konami ID. Follow the prompts to either create a new account or log in to an existing one.
- Once your account is linked, go back to the main menu and select the Friends tab located at the top of the screen, right next to the Matchmaking option.
- Choose Send Friend Request, then type in your friend’s exact Konami ID (capitalization doesn’t matter, but double-check for typos) and add a short message if you want. Hit send, and your request will show up in their notifications within 30 seconds.
- Once they accept the request, their profile will appear in your in-game friend list immediately, and you can invite them to matches or co-op sessions right away.
I’ve messed up this step more times than I can count by typing in a friend’s Xbox Gamertag instead of their Konami ID, so don’t make that same mistake. If your request doesn’t go through, ask your friend to double-check their Konami ID spelling in their own User Information tab — even one wrong character will make the request fail. You can also send requests to players you just matched with in random lobbies by selecting their profile after the match and hitting the friend request button, which saves you the hassle of exchanging IDs manually.
Fixing Common Friend Request Errors in eFootball 2022
Even if you follow all the steps correctly, you might run into a few snags when trying to add friends on eFootball 2022. Most of these errors have super simple fixes, so you don’t need to reach out to Konami support right away.
The most common issue is the “Friend Request Failed” pop-up that shows up even when you typed the ID correctly. This almost always happens when one of you hasn’t updated your game to the latest patch, or you have cross-play disabled in your settings. Head to the Game Settings tab, then select Online Settings and make sure the Cross-Play toggle is switched on. If you’re on mobile, make sure you’ve given the game permission to access your internet connection in your device settings.
Another common problem is requests not showing up in your notifications. This usually happens when your friend list is full — you can only have up to 100 friends in eFootball 2022, so you might need to remove a few inactive players to make space for new ones. If your list isn’t full, try restarting the game to refresh your notifications, as sometimes the system lags for players on slower internet connections.
How to Invite Added Friends to Matches and Co-Op Sessions
Once your friend is in your in-game list, you don’t have to jump through any extra hoops to play together. The invite system works for friendly matches, ranked co-op, and even the custom tournament modes, so you can pick whatever game type you’re in the mood for.
To invite someone to a casual friendly match, head to the Friendly Match tab on the main menu, select Create Room, then adjust the match settings to your preference (you can turn off offside rules, adjust half length, or pick a specific stadium if you want). Once the room is created, select the Invite Friends button, check the box next to your friend’s name, and send the invite. They’ll get a pop-up notification that lets them join directly, no extra steps needed.
If you want to play co-op ranked matches together, head to the Ranked Match tab, select Co-Op, then choose Invite Teammate from the pre-match lobby. You can have up to two other friends join your co-op team, so you can play 3v3 matches against other random teams or groups of friends. Just make sure all of you have the same ranked match eligibility, as new players might not have access to higher ranked tiers until they play a few placement matches.
Important Privacy and Safety Tips for eFootball 2022 Friend Requests
While playing with friends is one of the best parts of eFootball 2022, it’s important to stay safe when accepting friend requests from people you don’t know. Konami doesn’t moderate private messages between friends, so you need to take a few simple steps to protect your personal information.
First, never accept friend requests from accounts with blank profiles or names that look like spam, and never share your Konami ID password with anyone, even if they claim to be from Konami support. These spam accounts usually send links to fake giveaway sites that try to steal your login information, so it’s better to ignore them completely. You can adjust your friend request settings in the User Information tab to only allow requests from people you’ve played with in recent matches, which cuts down on spam almost entirely.
You should also avoid sharing personal information like your real name, address, or other social media accounts with people you just met online. If someone is harassing you via in-game messages, you can block and report them directly from their friend profile, which will prevent them from sending you any more requests or messages. Konami usually reviews reports within 24 hours, and will ban accounts that violate their community guidelines.
One last tip: if you’re sharing your Konami ID publicly on social media to find new teammates, consider turning on request filters so you can approve requests before they show up in your inbox. That way you don’t get flooded with hundreds of requests from people you don’t want to play with.
At the end of the day, figuring out how to add friends on eFootball 2022 doesn’t have to be a frustrating experience. Once you get your Konami ID set up the first time, you’ll be able to add and play with friends across any platform in under a minute every time. Whether you’re grinding co-op ranked matches to climb the leaderboards or just messing around in friendly matches with your college friends, the whole process is designed to be simple once you know what to do. Next time you log on, grab your friend’s Konami ID and give it a shot — you’ll be scoring goals together before you know it.