Paris Hosts the 2026 Esports World Cup!
By Escore News
The Esports Foundation announced the selection of the French capital Paris to host the 2026 Esports World Cup, scheduled to take place from July 6 to August 23, 2026, making it the first edition to be held outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
This move comes to accelerate the implementation of the "rotation" system among global cities, a direction adopted by the foundation to enhance the international presence of the tournament and transform it into a global platform uniting players, clubs, and publishers. The decision to relocate was made following a comprehensive evaluation of organizational and operational aspects, balancing the tournament's schedule stability with the current regional circumstances to ensure its continuity and growth as one of the fastest-growing sectors of the digital economy and entertainment in the world.
In a statement, Ralph Reichert, CEO of the Esports Foundation, emphasized that Riyadh was the turning point and the main pillar from which the tournament launched, thanks to its advanced infrastructure and passionate community, noting that the move to Paris represents a new phase for global expansion and delivering an exceptional edition that celebrates creativity and competition.
📊 Key Numbers and Details of the 2026 Tournament in Paris:
Category
Details
Time Period
From July 6 to August 23, 2026
Participants
More than 2,000 players
Clubs and Countries
Representing more than 200 clubs from 100 countries
Games and Competitions
24 games spread across 25 competitions
Prize Pool
A record amount exceeding 75 million dollars
🔔 Note: Tickets for the tournament will be released in the coming weeks, and the official event location in Paris will be announced, along with details of the accompanying cultural and entertainment events and competition schedules.
