League of Legends is set to return with its top teams competing in the Esports World Cup 2025, taking place in Riyadh. This highly anticipated tournament is among several events at the competition, boasting an impressive prize pool of $70 million.
In 2025, League will feature four major international tournaments: First Stand, MSI, Worlds, and EWC 2025, which is scheduled for July. Although victory in the EWC does not confer any advantage for the Worlds later in the year, it guarantees teams a spot in next year’s EWC and an opportunity to compete for a significant portion of the $2 million prize pot.
League of Legends Esports World Cup 2025 Teams
A total of 12 teams are set to compete in the tournament, representing two or more squads from each of the four regions. Below is a table that lists all the qualified teams, their lineups, and the respective qualification routes for EWC 2025:
| Team | Roster | Qualification Process |
|---|---|---|
| T1 | Doran, Oner, Faker, Gumayusi, Keria | Direct invitation (Defending champions) |
| Gen.G | Kiin, Canyon, Chovy, Ruler, Duro | LCK 2025 Road to MSI champion |
| Hanwha Life Esports | Zeus, Peanut, Zeka, Viper, Delight | LCK 2025 Road to MSI 3rd place (T1 was the runner-up) |
| Anyone’s Legend | Flandre, Tarzan, Shanks, Hope, Kael | LPL 2025 Split 2 Playoffs champion |
| Bilibili Gaming | Bin, Beichuan, Knight, Elk, ON | LPL 2025 Split 2 Playoffs runner-up |
| Movistar KOI | Myrwn, Elyoya, Jojopyun, Supa, Alvaro | LEC 2025 Spring Playoffs champion |
| G2 Esports | BrokenBlade, SkewMond, Caps, Hans Sama, Labrov | LEC 2025 Spring Playoffs runner-up |
| FlyQuest | Bwipo, Inspired, Quad, Massu, Busio | LTA North 2025 Split 2 Playoffs champion |
| Cloud 9 | Thanatos, Blaber, Loki, Zven, Vulcan | LTA North 2025 Split 2 Playoffs runner-up |
| FURIA | Guigo, Tatu, Tutsz, Ayu, JoJo | LTA South 2025 Split 2 Playoffs champion |
| CTBC Flying Oyster | Driver, JunJia, HongQ, Doggo, Kaiwing | LCP 2025 Mid Season Qualifying Series champion |
| GAM Esports | Kiaya, Levi, Emo, Artemis, Elio | LCP 2025 Mid Season Qualifying Series runner-up |
League of Legends EWC 2025 Schedule and Format
In contrast to last year’s single-elimination format, the EWC 2025 will feature two phases, accommodating the increase in participants from eight to twelve teams.
Teams ranked lower (seeds 5-12) will begin in the GSL group stage, where the top two from each group will proceed to the playoffs. These advancing teams will then compete against the four higher-seeded teams in a single-elimination format for the championship title.
The EWC 2025 will take place from July 16 to July 20, 2025, where the final victorious team will solidify its legacy in this prestigious tournament. The groups’ formations are yet to be determined, but updates regarding scores and schedules will be provided.
Where to Watch the League of Legends EWC World Cup 2025
Fans can tune in to the League EWC 2025 matches on the official Esports World Cup Twitch and YouTube channels. Furthermore, all match highlights and VODs will be promptly available on their YouTube channel, ensuring that audiences won’t miss any of the thrilling action.
Who Won the Last League of Legends EWC 2024?
T1 holds the title of Esports World Cup 2024 champions, having triumphed over Top Esports with a score of 3-1 in the finals. Although T1’s lineup has changed with Doran taking over the top lane from Zeus, fans are hopeful that T1 can recreate their past success and earn another title for the storied Korean team, led by Faker. Nevertheless, several teams are eager to claim the EWC trophy after falling short last year.
