Jul 27, 2026.
Week 3 of the 2026 Esports World Cup has officially concluded. Teamfight Tactics, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, and the FC Pro World Championship have all seen champions crowned at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, delivering unforgettable moments and compelling storylines. From dominant title runs to dramatic upsets, the week's results once again proved that at EWC, every championship must be earned.
Playoffs
Right from the opening matches, Teamfight Tactics at EWC 26 ignited some fierce rivalries. None was bigger than the ongoing saga between defending champions Weibo Gaming and Korean powerhouse T1. In a fitting twist, both teams saw their title hopes ended early by the tournament's eventual finalists. As the old guard fell, a new generation seized the spotlight, making a powerful statement and reshaping the competitive TFT landscape at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
Group Stage
Thailand’s regional heroes, Made in Thailand, entered the tournament with a revamped roster for the 2026 season. The roster transformation elevated them from regional contenders to international heavyweight, with the team arriving in Paris after securing two tier-one international titles. While they cruised through the Group Stage, finishing with 119 points, their run ultimately fell short of a podium finish as they ended the tournament in 9th place.
The biggest shockwave of the Group Stage, however, was the collective fall of several top East Asian contenders. Four Angry Men, Petrichor Road, TYLOO, and SOOPers all failed to qualify for the top 16, highlighting both their struggles and the elite level of competition at EWC 26.
Playoffs
The downfall of arguably the biggest tournament favorite in the FC Pro World Championship at EWC 26 opened the door for new legends to rise. Anders “Vejrgang” Vejrgang, the undisputed No. 1 virtual footballer in the world, was eliminated in the quarterfinals after falling 5-11 to EWC debutant Nassim “Nassada” Dahman.
With the favorite out of the picture, a new champion emerged, as Razvan “RvPLegend” Puiu battled through multiple nail-biting playoff matches to complete an incredible run and claim the FC Pro World Championship title.
Group Stage
The Group Stage of the MSC at EWC 26 delivered two of the tournament’s biggest shocks, as tournament favorites Selangor Red Giants and defending champions Team Liquid PH were both eliminated early. The latter exit was especially surprising, with Team Liquid PH entering as one of the strongest contenders thanks to their international pedigree and recent dominance in MPL Philippines Season 17. However, back-to-back 0-2 defeats against Aurora Gaming and Entity7 in Group B ended their title defense before the Knockout Stage.
2026
Esports World Cup Trophy Award Ceremony crowns AG.AL
Thousands of competitors have traveled to the Esports World Cup 2026 in search of glory and millions in prize money, but in the end there could only be one winner of the Club Championship. The trophy award ceremony celebrated AG.AL as the Club Championship winner while honoring the achievements of each and every player involved.
2026
Notable Stories of EWC 26 Week 7
Week 7 of the Esports World Cup 2026 is officially in the books and with it, the EWC comes to a close. The final week saw champions crowned in Fortnite, Trackmania, CS2 and Crossfire, bringing one last wave of high-stakes action, dramatic finishes and standout performances. After seven weeks of competition, the Club Championships winner has been crowned, but let's not forget about all the action from this final week.
2026
CS2 at EWC 26: Spirit close out the event with a win
Team Spirit has defeated FUT Esports in the Grand Finals of Counter-Strike 2 at the Esports World Cup 2026. The finals reached their pinnacle at the Accor Arena, in Paris, France, marking the thrilling conclusion to seven-weeks of competition at EWC 26. Congratulations to Team Spirit.
2026
EWC 2026 Week 7 Champions Recap
Week 7 of the Esports World Cup 2026 saw the crowning of four new champions, in Fortnite, Crossfire, Trackmania, and Counter-Strike 2. The final week of the tournament also decided the Club Championship, where a new club was crowned for the first time in EWC history. Here’s a look back at every champion from EWC 26 Week 7.