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2026

Jul 15 - Jul 19, 2026

League of Legends returns to the Esports World Cup with LoL at EWC 26, where the world’s top clubs clash for global glory after Gen.G Esports claimed a thrilling 3‑2 title in Riyadh at EWC 25. With powerhouse teams from around the world battling in high‑stakes international play, every match is a showcase of elite strategy and skill on esports’ biggest stage.
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Competing Teams
$2,000,000
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Road to EWC 2026 - Qualifiers
31%
5/16 Slots Claimed
Mar 27th - May 22nd
China
2 Clubs Qualify
League of Legends at ROAD TO EWC 26: Online Qualifier - China
Ongoing
May 4th - May 26th
Korea
2 Clubs Qualify
League of Legends at ROAD TO EWC 26: Online Qualifier - Korea
Ongoing
Mar 27th - May 22nd
China
2 Clubs Qualify
League of Legends at ROAD TO EWC 26: Online Qualifier - China
Ongoing
May 4th - May 26th
Korea
2 Clubs Qualify
League of Legends at ROAD TO EWC 26: Online Qualifier - Korea
Ongoing
About
League of Legends is an ever-evolving multiplayer online battle arena featuring more than 170 champions, each with distinct abilities that elite players must master on Summoner’s Rift. Teams are built around five specialized roles: Top Lane, Jungle, Mid Lane, Bot Lane, and Support, where success demands precision, strategy and constant adaptation. At the highest level, coordinated execution create momentum swings and dramatic comebacks that define the game’s most memorable moments. With its enduring popularity, League of Legends remains one of the most
played games in the world and a cornerstone of the esports landscape. Matches unfold as two teams of five battle for lane control, objectives, and map dominance, upgrading their champions with items to gain an edge. Massive team fights can instantly shift the balance of power, while securing key jungle bosses provides critical economic and strategic advantages. While League of Legends is famously complex, victory ultimately comes down to decisive engagements, and no one in the world executes them better than these players.
News

2026
Esports World Cup 2026 to be hosted in Paris, France
Esports World Cup 2026 will now be hosted in Paris, France, from JUL 6 - AUG 23

2026
ROAD to EWC: DreamHack Atlanta Recap
Competitors from around the world converged in Atlanta for the next major stop on the Road to EWC, where rising stars and established champions secured their place at EWC 26 across Call of Duty: Warzone, TEKKEN 8, Counter-Strike 2, Street Fighter 6, FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, and Chess.

2026
Rostermania Recap
Rostermania’s live show delivered big reveals, bold moves, and a glimpse into how top esports clubs are gearing up for the next competitive cycle. Through a mix of video premieres and live interviews, some of the biggest names in the scene pulled back the curtain on their new lineups.

2026
Road to EWC: April 2026
April sharpened the Road to EWC, with regional leagues and global circuits separating contenders from the chasing pack. From CDL Major qualifiers to Rainbow Six Siege’s push toward the next international Major, Clubs continued to build form ahead of Riyadh.


