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The Esports Nations Cup is the first global esports competition where players compete for their country rather than their club, with the inaugural 2026 edition hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in November as part of a four-week festival. Featuring elite national teams from over 100 countries battling across titles like VALORANT, League of Legends, and Dota 2, alongside creator appearances, live entertainment, and fireworks. Rally behind your flag, be part of a historic moment in esports, and secure your tickets now!
Location: Boulevard City, Riyadh
By Car: To reach Boulevard City effortlessly, rely on your car's GPS navigation. With a simple tap or voice command, it unravels city complexity, making the journey to Boulevard City smooth and straightforward.
By Public Transport: For those opting for public transport to reach Boulevard City , mastering schedules and routes is key. Navigate buses by scanning departure times and platform information, ensuring a seamless journey tailored to Boulevard City location.
By Taxi: Taking a taxi to Boulevard City is easy. Hail a taxi, share the address, and most drivers know the way.
Illegal Substances: Absolutely no illegal substances are allowed on the premises.
Weapons: Weapons of any kind, including items that could be used as projectiles, are strictly prohibited.
Restricted Items: Do not bring laser pointers, permanent markers, felt-tip pens, scissors, or aerosol canisters.
Drones: Drones or any other remote-controlled devices are not allowed.
Illuminating Objects: Glow sticks, LED signage, and similar illuminating objects should be left at home.
Feel free to wear your everyday attire and simply enjoy! Casual clothing is the perfect choice, allowing you to feel relaxed and fully immerse yourself in the experience. Be yourself, accentuate your style, and relish every moment!
A variety of food and drinks are on offer, catering to different tastes and dietary preferences. There's something for everyone, ensuring attendees stay refreshed during your visit.
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The ENC is the global country/territory-based esports competition set to debut in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in November 2026. It introduces national representation to the global esports calendar in a structured, recurring format. ENC complements the Club-based Esports World Cup by enabling players to compete under their national flag and offering fans an opportunity to connect with elite esports through national identity.
Each game title has its own set of rules. Please check the roster requirement for each game.
Fans can watch the Esports Nations Cup live on the official ENC broadcast channels, as well as multiple distribution partners. See all ways to watch on esportsnationscup.com
Teams can participate by competing in their respective game’s official qualifiers and securing qualification.
No, the Esports Nations Cup is held every two years.
The Esports Nations Cup 2026 takes place from November 2 to November 29, 2026
The Esports Nations Cup starts on November 2, 2026
The Esports Nations Cup ends on November 29, 2026.
ENC will be hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in November 2026 before moving to a rotating city model. The ENC will be held every two years to provide a dependable structure for players and esports organizations, encouraging long-term investment in national team programs.
The Esports Nations Cup 2026 features 16 game titles. See the diverse lineup of competitive titles at esportsnationscup.com