The 8 Ball Strike Cup is officially underway, giving eligible players in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia the chance to compete in an AviaGames tournament featuring an $80,000 prize pool. Running from June 12 to July 17, the competition celebrates the partnership between AviaGames and the Argentine Football Association (AFA), connecting the excitement of World Cup 2026 and Football WorldCup Argentina with competitive 8 ball pool action. The Championship takes place on July 16 and 17 with live coverage from Troydan, Florian "Venom" Kohler, and Katie Bedford. The champion will receive $10,000 and a signed Argentina National Team jersey featuring Lionel Messi, while fans can watch every key moment live on the official livestream.