Oba Femi and Jey Uso to face off in WWE King of the Ring final

Oba Femi and Jey Uso will compete in the WWE King of the Ring tournament final this Saturday in Turin, Italy [2, 4].

The match determines the next King of the Ring champion as part of a central storyline for the 2026 tournament [1, 5]. This victory would establish a new dominant force in the promotion and provide the winner with a prestigious title recognized across the wrestling industry.

The road to the final included a high-stakes Fatal Four-Way match in which Oba Femi defeated three opponents: Solo Sikoa, Penta, and Carmelo Hayes ^[3]. This victory propelled Femi into the championship round, though he has faced significant challenges earlier this year. On May 31, Brock Lesnar defeated Femi at the Clash in Italy event ^[1].

Jey Uso has also advanced to the finals, though his path has not been without controversy. Reports indicate Uso has faced fan backlash following his advancement to the final match against Femi ^[4]. Despite the noise from the audience, Uso is set to compete for the crown in the upcoming Italian bout.

The tournament kickoff took place on Monday Night Raw on June 22, 2026 ^[1]. While some initial reports suggested the match would occur on the Monday night broadcast, official scheduling places the final on Saturday, June 27, 2026 [2, 4].

WWE's decision to hold the event in Turin underscores the company's continued expansion into the European market. The clash pits Femi's raw power against Uso's agility and experience in high-pressure environments. Both athletes enter the ring seeking to solidify their status as top-tier competitors in the current era of the company.