MWI at EWC 26 Champions: Vitality Defend Their Crown

A fierce battle unfolded in the MWI at EWC 26 Grand Finals, with Team Vitality securing a hard-fought victory over Natus Vincere to retain their title. The championship showdown was a back-and-forth rematch of the 2024 final, with Vitality ultimately claiming a 4-2 series victory to cement their status as favorites and secure the $150,000 grand prize. Congratulations to Team Vitality.

Free Fire at EWC 26 Champions: LYON’s record-breaking performance wins the day

LYON has claimed the final Booyah at Free Fire at the Esports World Cup 2026, lifting the trophy after a record-breaking performance. The South American squad secured the championship in seven Finals matches, defeating eleven other finalists. Congratulations to LYON.

The Ultimate EA FC Showmatch

Football meets esports in an exclusive EA FC showmatch featuring Karim Benzema.

Top Fan Fest Highlights Of Week 2

Week 2 of EWC 26 is set to bring even more excitement to Fan Fest, with new meet-and-greets, live shows, interactive activations, and opportunities to earn rewards through EWC PLAY. Here are some of the top experiences fans can look forward to throughout the week.

LoL at EWC 26 Survival Guide

Sixteen teams from six regions will compete at League of Legends at EWC 26, showcasing the pinnacle of competitive play and some of the greatest rivalries in esports. With glory and a share of the $2 million prize pool on the line, only one team will leave Paris as EWC winners.

EWC 26 Fan Fest Week 1 Recap

Week 1 of EWC 26 delivered unforgettable moments both on and off the stage. While fans watched history unfold across the tournament arenas, Fan Fest became a destination of its own, bringing the EWC community together through a packed schedule of activities and experiences.

Four Must-Watch Players in Week 2 of EWC 26

Every player arrives at the Esports World Cup with something to prove. Some are chasing another championship to cement their legacy, while others are looking to announce themselves on the biggest stage in esports. As Week 2 gets underway, these are the players ready to shape the tournament's second chapter.

MWI at EWC 26 Survival Guide

The MLBB Women’s Invitational returns to the Esports World Cup with history on the line. For the first time, the tournament will crown an undisputed world champion as 16 elite teams battle in Paris for their share of a $525,000 prize pool, 1,000 Club Championship points for the champions, and the biggest title in women's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang.

Dota 2 at EWC 26 Survival Guide

The Dota 2 group stage at EWC 26 has concluded. After a grueling week of round-robin action, eight teams have been eliminated, leaving the remaining contenders to battle through the knockout stage. With everything on the line, Week 2 will determine who can climb to the top and claim the biggest share of the $2,000,000 prize pool while etching their names into EWC history.

EWC 2026 Week 1 Champions Recap

Some will rise, others will fall. Read on for a breakdown of the first thrilling week of competitive action at the 2026 Esports World Cup.

Notable Stories of EWC 26 Week 1

Week 1 of EWC 26 delivered no shortage of memorable moments. Here are some of the biggest storylines from FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves, Apex Legends, VALORANT, Dota 2, and the EA SPORTS FC 26 Play-Ins.

VALORANT at EWC 26 Winners: 100Thieves steal the trophy

100 Thieves has defeated NRG in the grand finals of VALORANT at the Esports World Cup 2026 to end their major title drought and upset the World Champions in a thrilling 3-1 series that went down to the wire.

EWC26 Week 2 Overview

The second week of the Esports World Cup 2026 showcases four huge competitions.

ALGS at EWC 26 Champions: Japan’s UNLIMIT Steals Match Point Win

A fierce battle unfolded at the ALGS 2026 Split 1 Playoffs Match Point Finals, with 11 teams reaching Match Point before Japan’s UNLIMIT finally sealed the championship in Game 10. The victory marks the young squad’s first S-tier Apex Legends tournament win and earns the club $600,000 in prize money. Congratulations to Yulariman, Xtsuvi, Peace, and UNLIMIT on their historic run.

FATAL FURY: COTW at EWC 26 Champion: DarkAngel claims EWC 2026's first title

After a dominant run through the bracket, Natus Vincere's Luis Guadalupe "DarkAngel" Castillo Gomez emerged as the first FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves at EWC 26 champion, defeating Kenta "mi2ha4" Ichihara 5-1 in Saturday's Grand Final. The victory makes DarkAngel the first champion of Esports World Cup 2026. Congratulations to DarkAngel and his club, Natus Vincere.

Top Fan Fest Highlights Of Week 1

At EWC 2026, the experience extends far beyond the competition. Throughout Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Fan Fest offers a wide range of interactive activations, hands-on experiences and community spaces designed to celebrate gaming culture and give every attendee something to explore. Here are the top highlights from Week 1 of the EWC 2026 Fan Fest.