France is sending a seven-player League of Legends squad to the first-ever Esports Nations Cup, an event that could fundamentally reshape how the world thinks about competitive gaming. The roster, announced on May 22, will compete under the leadership of head coach Quentin ‘Zeph’ Viguié when the tournament kicks off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this November.
The ENC is organized by the Esports World Cup Foundation and runs from November 21 to 29, 2026, as part of a broader festival spanning most of the month.
What the ENC actually is
The tournament will feature 32 national teams competing head-to-head, with over 100 nations expected to participate across multiple esports titles. League of Legends is positioned as one of the headline events within the larger ENC festival, which stretches from November 2 through November 29.
France’s early roster reveal signals that the country is taking this seriously. Having seven players rather than the standard five-person competitive roster gives France tactical flexibility, allowing for substitutions based on matchups and strategy.
