The Apex Legends Global Series Split 1 Playoffs are finally here. The 2026 Esports World Cup proudly hosts this prestigious event. The best teams from around the world will clash in Paris, France.
The live action happens at the stunning Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Global fans expect thrilling gameplay and intense rivalries. This tournament marks a historic milestone for competitive gaming. It truly unites the global esports ecosystem in one massive, beautiful city.
Apex Legends EWC 2026 Finals: The 20 Grand Finalists
Twenty elite squads have reached the Grand Finals. These teams successfully survived brutal group stages and tough brackets. Here is the complete list of competing teams:
- Team RRQ
- Ninjas in Pyjamas
- Enter Force.36
- Wolves Esports
- ForFun Esports
- Geekay Esports
- Elite Esports
- Team Liquid
- Sbul Esports
- Team Vision
- Gaimin Gladiators
- Zeta Division
- AG.AL
- Reject
- Zedi Esports
- Team Falcons
- Team Nemesis
- Sentinels
- Alliance
- Unlimit
Schedule and Match Format
The tournament spans from July 7 to July 11, 2026. The Grand Finals take place on Saturday, July 11. The final action officially kicks off at 2:30 PM BST.
The Grand Finals will use the famous Match Point format. Teams must first reach a specific point threshold. Squads play multiple intense matches to earn these crucial placement points. Reaching the threshold makes a team fully eligible for the final win.
To win the championship, an eligible team must win a subsequent match. This unique format creates completely unpredictable and highly dramatic endings. Consistency and clutch performances are vital for ultimate victory. Only the most resilient squad will lift the trophy high.
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The stakes are incredibly high for every organization this year. Teams are fighting for a huge $2,000,000 prize pool. The tournament champions will take home a massive monetary share.
Teams also earn valuable Club Championship points. These points help their respective organizations in the overall EWC standings. Winning the ALGS Split 1 Playoffs brings massive global prestige and respect.
