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ENC 2026: LoL Direct Invite Teams and Rosters Revealed

ENC 2026: LoL Direct Invite Teams and Rosters Revealed

The Esports Nations Cup 2026 will give the best players in the world the chance to represent their country on the biggest stage. The League of Legends tournament at ENC 2026 is set to take place on November 21-29, where a total of 32 national teams will fight for glory. Only 16 countries have been directly invited to the tournament, though, while the rest of the world will have to brawl it out for a spot in Riyadh. Let's have a look at the 16 invited national teams for LoL ENC 2026 and their complete rosters.

18 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
Esports World Cup 2026: All Dota 2 Teams Invited and Qualified

Esports World Cup 2026: All Dota 2 Teams Invited and Qualified

The Esports World Cup (EWC) Regional Qualifiers are over, and with the tournament approaching, it's time to check which 24 teams secured their spots through the ESL Pro Tour (EPT) Ranking and the Regional Qualifiers.

18 Jun
Eric Oliveira
MSI 2026 Pick'Ems Guide and Rewards: Play-In Stage

MSI 2026 Pick'Ems Guide and Rewards: Play-In Stage

MSI 2026 is right around the corner, and the first stage of the Pick'Ems challenge is already open! It is time to start making your predictions for the Play-In Stage and begin your journey towards the event's coveted Pick'Ems rewards. So, let's take a look at how to make your picks and how you can better guide your selections with our MSI 2026 Play-In Stage Pick'Ems Guide. Don't wait too long, though! Remember that the Play-In Stage predictions close on Sunday, June 28, at 5:10 am CET.

18 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
GOALS Partners with PUMA for Exclusive In-Game Collectible Cosmetics

GOALS Partners with PUMA for Exclusive In-Game Collectible Cosmetics

The new online football game currently gathering momentum — GOALS — has announced their latest endeavour: a team up with major sports brand: PUMA. The sports brand giant becomes the first to align themselves with GOALS for the release of an exclusive line of collectable cosmetics.

18 Jun
Foo Zen-Wen
The International 2026: Southeast Asia Regional Qualifier Schedule

The International 2026: Southeast Asia Regional Qualifier Schedule

Let's take a look at the Southeast Asian Regional Qualifiers for The International 2026 and check everything you need to know about the invited teams, format, possible rivalries, and much more.

18 Jun
Eric Oliveira
Riot Reportedly Reducing VCT Partner Teams to Eight per Region in 2027

Riot Reportedly Reducing VCT Partner Teams to Eight per Region in 2027

The VALORANT Champions Tour is heading into 2027 with a leaner, more competitive structure. All four VCT regions will cut their partner team count from ten to eight starting next season.

17 Jun
Thales Costa
Vitality-Falcons Headline IEM Cologne Major 2026 Quarterfinals

Vitality-Falcons Headline IEM Cologne Major 2026 Quarterfinals

What a treat we’re in for. Team Vitality and Team Falcons are on a collision course in the IEM Cologne Major Quarterfinals, for their first-ever clash since the latter signed Finn “karrigan” Andersen. What happens when champion meets superteam? Will history repeat itself? Or will pedigree prevail?

17 Jun
Foo Zen-Wen
G2 vs Spirit at IEM Cologne Major 2026: Match Preview, Predictions, and Livestream Details

G2 vs Spirit at IEM Cologne Major 2026: Match Preview, Predictions, and Livestream Details

G2 Esports takes on Team Spirit in the IEM Cologne Major quarterfinals on June 19. Here's everything to know about the matchup.

17 Jun
Adarsh J. Kumar
MSI Patch Is Here! League of Legends Patch 26.13 Preview: Kai'Sa Buffs, Senna Nerfs, and More

MSI Patch Is Here! League of Legends Patch 26.13 Preview: Kai'Sa Buffs, Senna Nerfs, and More

The official patch of MSI 2026 has been revealed! League of Legends Patch 26.13 will set the stage for some of the best teams from all over the world to clash in South Korea. Though the new update will not flip the script completely before such an important event, it will deliver several important champion changes, particularly in the Jungle and Bot Lane, that may force teams to adapt straightaway. Let's take a look at some of the biggest changes coming with LoL Patch 26.13 before MSI kicks off on Saturday, June 28.

17 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
MSI 2026: Schedule, Format, Opening Matches, and More

MSI 2026: Schedule, Format, Opening Matches, and More

MSI 2026 is here! The best League of Legends teams from all over the world are set to clash in Daejeon, South Korea for the second international trophy of the season. The tournament kicks off on June 28, and now is the time to familiarize yourself with the schedule, the format, the teams, and more for MSI 2026.

17 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
The Biggest Losers Of Dota 2 Patch 7.41d

The Biggest Losers Of Dota 2 Patch 7.41d

Now that Patch 7.41d has been out for a while, we can have a better idea of which heroes were the most affected by the changes, either directly or in response to changes in other heroes.

17 Jun
Eric Oliveira
Overwatch Season 3 Patch Notes Preview: Shion Arrives, Hero Balance Changes, Hero Ban Updates, and More

Overwatch Season 3 Patch Notes Preview: Shion Arrives, Hero Balance Changes, Hero Ban Updates, and More

Overwatch Season 3 is now live. The latest patch notes include a host of changes, including hero buffs and nerfs, map voting updates, hero ban updates, and more. Here's everything to know about the Season 3 patch.

16 Jun
Adarsh J. Kumar
Best Champions to Climb League of Legends Ranked in Patch 26.12

Best Champions to Climb League of Legends Ranked in Patch 26.12

League of Legends Patch 26.12 landed on June 9, 2026, marking a spicy start to Season 2 Act 2. The update was largely focused on champion balance, with Riot keeping a deliberate eye on MSI 2026 as they target dominant pro play picks while giving struggling champions some breathing room. If you're looking to climb the ranked ladder efficiently as the new act gets underway, here are the best champions to climb ranked in LoL Patch 26.12 in every role.

16 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
Brazilian Justice Condemns Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Others to Pay USD 50 Million for Loot Boxes

Brazilian Justice Condemns Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Others to Pay USD 50 Million for Loot Boxes

The Federal District Court has condemned Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and other major gaming companies to pay R$ 298 million in collective moral damages related to loot boxes. The ruling also imposes new transparency and protection obligations for children and teenagers, including clear disclosure of probabilities and refunds for purchases made by minors.

16 Jun
André Guaraldo
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Playoffs: Teams, Opening Matches, Bracket, and More

IEM Cologne Major 2026 Playoffs: Teams, Opening Matches, Bracket, and More

Two weeks ago, 32 teams arrived in Germany for one of the biggest Counter-Strike tournaments of the year—the IEM Cologne Major. After the dust settled on the three stages of intense competition, we got the final 8 teams that will set foot in the LANXESS Arena as one of them lifts the trophy.

16 Jun
Ganesh Jadhav
IEM Cologne Major 2026: The Only Playoffs Pick'Em Challenge Guide You Need

IEM Cologne Major 2026: The Only Playoffs Pick'Em Challenge Guide You Need

As Stage 3 of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 wraps up, the final eight Counter-Strike teams are locked in for the Lanxess Arena and the last sprint towards the trophy. The Pick’Ems have already punished risky calls and shaky favorites, and with Counter-Strike’s true heavyweights now colliding in a single-elimination bracket, predicting the playoffs only gets harder.

15 Jun
Kaustavmani Choudhury
All Teams Qualified to MSI 2026

All Teams Qualified to MSI 2026

The complete lineup of teams set to compete at MSI 2026 is set. Eleven of the best League of Legends teams in the world are heading to Daejeon, South Korea for a showdown in search of the second international tournament of the year. Here's a look at the full list of teams at MSI 2026 before the tournament kicks off on June 28.

15 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
9z Historic Run Secures IEM Cologne Major 2026 Playoffs

9z Historic Run Secures IEM Cologne Major 2026 Playoffs

9z are heading to the playoffs of the IEM Cologne Major 2026. The Argentine squad closed out Stage 3 with a 3-2 record on June 15, sending The MongolZ home in the process. It is a result that stings for the Mongolian roster and sparks something real for South American CS2.

15 Jun
Thales Costa
LYON Smash Team Liquid to Lift Back-to-Back LCS Trophies

LYON Smash Team Liquid to Lift Back-to-Back LCS Trophies

LYON didn't just show up to the Grand Finals of the LCS 2026 Spring, they demolished. The team swept Team Liquid with ease, collecting their second LCS trophy of the year before they head to South Korea for MSI 2026.

15 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
The 2026 LCS Championship Is Set for Atlanta

The 2026 LCS Championship Is Set for Atlanta

Riot Games has announced that the 2026 LCS Championship is heading to Atlanta, Georgia! The very best teams in the league will clash at the Gas South Arena on October 3-4 to decide this year's LCS Champion, as well as settle seeding for Worlds 2026 on home ground.

14 Jun
Martin Arévalo-Östberg