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This gathering of national titans will provide intense competition never seen before, offering fans a first-of-its-kind nation-based tournament experience. From MOBAs to shooters, fighting games, sports, racing, and chess, players and teams will represent their nations as they battle for glory and create new rivalries.
The 16 games featured at the Esports Nations Cup are among the most widely adopted competitive titles in the world. Each is supported by a massive, globally distributed player base, with active communities spanning continents. The worldwide reach has built strong followings and professional infrastructures, meaning players entering the ENC bring years of experience and the intensity of elite international play to represent their nations.
The lineup of games at the first Esports Nations Cup includes:
Top esports regions from every corner of the globe are taking part. Asia brings powerhouse Mobile Legends and League of Legends squads, while Europe is represented by elite Dota 2 and Counter-Strike 2 lineups. North America arrives with strong VALORANT and Rocket League talent. The Middle East, Latin America, and Oceania also have nations entering competitive squads, ensuring every region has a stake in these new rivalries. Fans will witness some of the world’s most dominant nations in esports compete for the first time under one roof.
More than 100,000 players are expected to compete in qualifiers, with open pathways designed to reach talent across more than 200 countries worldwide. Backed by official partnerships spanning over 100 nations, the Esports Nations Cup is building one of the most globally inclusive competitive ecosystems ever assembled.
The inaugural Esports Nations Cup will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2nd – November 29th, 2026. Players and teams will converge to prove which nations are the best in the world. Every match will carry weight, every victory will ignite pride, and fans will witness new rivalries unfold across 16 of the most popular competitive games on the planet.
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.
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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.