Esports Nations Cup
November 2027
Esports Nations Cup spotlights national pride: players compete for their Country/Territory, fans unite behind flags.
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Esports Nations Cup Moves to November 2027
The inaugural Esports Nations Cup will move from November 2026 to November 2027. The decision follows an ongoing assessment of the wider regional situation and consultation with key stakeholders, ensuring the tournament is delivered at the scale and standard this competition deserves.
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2026
Esports Foundation Postpones Inaugural Esports Nations Cup to November 2027
The Esports Foundation (EF) today announced that the inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC), originally scheduled to take place in November 2026 in Riyadh, will be postponed to November 2027, following ongoing assessment of the wider regional situation, and after consultation with key stakeholders.
2026
Kameto Joins Esports Nations Cup as Team France Ambassador
Ahead of the Esports Nations Cup 2026, Team France is preparing to take the global stage with the support of a familiar face and its first official national jersey. Kamel "Kameto" Kebir has been named the official ambassador for Team France, bringing his connection with the French esports community to the national team’s journey. Team France’s adidas jersey has also been revealed as the first national design unveiled for ENC 26, representing the identity behind competing under the French flag.
PR
France Unveils First Esports Nations Cup Jersey on the Champs-Élysées
Revealed at the Esports Festival by the Esports World Cup, the jersey designed in collaboration with adidas gives French esports a new symbol to rally behind.
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Esports Foundation and adidas Announce Landmark Partnership to Outfit Every Team at the Inaugural Esports Nations Cup
Over 100 countries and territories will wear custom adidas national jerseys at the Esports Nations Cup (ENC), equipping every team competing across 16 of the world’s most popular esports titles. The inaugural four-week event is set to take place starting November 2, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. National team jerseys will be revealed in the coming weeks. The partnership directly supports the ongoing convergence of esports, culture, entertainment and sports, creating a defining moment for the esports industry and the global sport landscape.
ENC Awards Official Partner Status Across 100+ Nations
The Road to the Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2027 officially begins its next chapter. Following the January application period and an extensive review process, we are excited to announce this year’s National Team Partners (NTPs) and National Team Managers (NTMs).
With over 630 applications from more than 152 countries & territories across the globe, the message is clear: the world is ready to compete. This isn't just a tournament; it’s a global movement fueled by the dream of representing your home on the ultimate stage.
The Rise of a New Rivalry. Esports Nations Cup
Everything You Need to Know
Global
First global, recurring, multi-title national esports competition - a biennial event where the world's best players compete not only for glory with their clubs, but for the honor of representing their countries.
Esports Nations Cup qualification spans seven regions around the world in a balanced mix of direct invites, open online qualifiers, and solidarity slots, ensuring fairness and elite-level competition.
Worldwide Participation
Only top-tier games - selected in close collaboration with the first confirmed, industry-leading publishers. Chess.com, MOONTON Games, SNK, Electronic Arts, Krafton and Ubisoft.
Built through local partnerships in every country a collaboration with national esports bodies, government stakeholders, and community - ecosystems to support each representative's success and strengthen the local scene.
Launching in Riyadh in November 2027 as part of a four-week esports festival, before rotating to host cities worldwide in future editions to combine global prestige with lasting local impact.
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