Vietnam has locked in its League of Legends lineup for the Esports Nations Cup 2026, and the roster reads like a greatest-hits compilation of the country’s competitive scene. The announcement, made on May 22, includes six players and a head coach drawn from the strongest domestic organizations in Vietnamese esports.
The headliner is SofM, the 28-year-old jungler whose real name is Lê Quang Duy. He’s arguably the most internationally recognized Vietnamese League of Legends player ever, having built his reputation during a successful run in China’s League of Legends Pro League. SofM has since transitioned into co-ownership of MVK Esports, but he’s clearly not done competing.
The roster and what Vietnam is building
Vietnam’s squad pulls from three of the country’s premier organizations: GAM Esports, Team Secret Whales (TSW), and MVK Esports. The head coach role goes to Võ “Naul” Thành Luân, who will be tasked with forging a cohesive unit from players who normally compete against each other domestically.
SofM’s inclusion is the most interesting wrinkle. He occupies a rare space in esports as both a team co-owner and an active competitor. His LPL experience gives Vietnam something most Southeast Asian rosters lack: a player who has competed at the absolute highest level of League of Legends for an extended period.
