Riot Games is reportedly revamping EMEA Masters and adding a new qualifier featuring LEC teams on the road to the Esports World Cup
LoL will make its nations-based debut at the ENC, with top players representing 24–32 countries in Saudi Arabia.
16 teams will take part in the 2026 Esports World Cup for League of Legends from July 15 to 19. Gen.G have already qualified as the winners of the previous edition.
League of Legends will run from July 15 to 19 with 16 teams, while VALORANT opens EWC 2026 from July 2 to 12 in Saudi Arabia.
The EWCF details format and qualifications for the ENC 2026, with 16 games, up to 48 nations per title, this November in Riyadh.
The Esports World Cup has officially announced a multi-year deal with Epic Games, ensuring that Rocket League and Fortnite will be part of the 2026 edition.
