The 2026 League of Legends World Championship is about to begin.

The 2026 League of Legends World Championship is scheduled to be held in the United States from October 15 to November 14. As the most important event in the League of Legends esports season, this year's competition has brought together 19 participating teams and is regarded by the outside world as one of the most intense competitions in recent years.

This year's tournament follows a three-stage format: the qualifying rounds, the Swiss-system tournament, and the knockout rounds. The four teams that participated in the qualifying rounds will compete for the last spot in the Swiss-system tournament.

After entering the Swiss round, teams with the same record will compete against each other. The team that wins three games will advance to the knockout stage, while the team that accumulates three losses will be eliminated. Viewers can watch the multilingual esports broadcasts through the League of Legends esports website, the official Twitch channel, or other partner streaming platforms.

In addition to the on-site competition, the organizers have launched a series of online and offline activities surrounding the event. The virtual music group True Damage will return after seven years with the final theme song "Know My Name," which is scheduled for release on October 8. The group will also perform at the opening ceremony of the Barclays Center in New York.

The in-game World Championship pass, team icons, exclusive emotes, and a new Yasuo-themed skin will be available simultaneously. During the World Championship, Riot Games will also host a fan carnival at Pier 36 in New York from November 12th to 14th, featuring developer discussions, guest appearances, and more. Live match updates, player rankings, and predictions for the World Championship are now available on the official platforms.

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