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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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Road to EWC 2026 - Qualifiers
100%
16/16 Slots Claimed
Apr 14th - Apr 29th
North America
1 Club Qualifies
EWC Qualifier: LoL North America
completed
Mar 9th - May 17th
Europe, Middle East, Africa
2 Clubs Qualify
EWC Qualifier: LoL EMEA
completed
May 5th - May 20th
Asia-Pacific
1 Club Qualifies
EWC Qualifier: LoL APAC
completed
Mar 27th - May 22nd
China
2 Clubs Qualify
EWC Qualifier: LoL China
completed
May 4th - May 26th
Korea
2 Clubs Qualify
EWC Qualifier: LoL Korea
completed
Apr 14th - Apr 29th
North America
1 Club Qualifies
EWC Qualifier: LoL North America
completed
Mar 9th - May 17th
Europe, Middle East, Africa
2 Clubs Qualify
EWC Qualifier: LoL EMEA
completed
May 5th - May 20th
Asia-Pacific
1 Club Qualifies
EWC Qualifier: LoL APAC
completed
Mar 27th - May 22nd
China
2 Clubs Qualify
EWC Qualifier: LoL China
completed
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
EWC26 Opening Ceremony ft. DJ Snake, Aya Nakamura & Theodora
The Esports World Cup 2026 officially begins with a live Opening Ceremony at La Seine Musicale in Paris on 8 July 2026.

2026
Co-stream for rewards: The Esports Foundation Creator Program
The Esports Foundation Creator Program gives approved co-streamers the chance to earn rewards, complete missions, and climb leaderboards by sharing the tournament with their communities. Earn incredible rewards, grow your audience, and give back to the community that supports you — all while streaming your favorite games!

2026
Road to EWC: May 2026
May marked a major milestone on the Road to EWC. From the announcement that EWC 2026 will be hosted in Paris, France, to pivotal qualification battles at DreamHack Atlanta and EVO Japan, the competitive picture continued to take shape.

2026
Sign Up for Last Chance Qualifiers!
Registration for the Last Chance Qualifier is now open.


