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Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026: Paris to Host Major Esports Event
TournamentsJuly 7, 2026·1 min read

Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026: Paris to Host Major Esports Event


The Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2026 will be held in Paris, France, starting from July 7 through July 19, 2026. The prestigious esports tournament will feature 24 teams competing for a share of a $2m prize pool. The winning team will receive $750,000 and 1,000 Club Points.

The tournament will feature three stages: a group stage, a survival stage and playoffs. In the group stage, the 24 esports teams will be separated into four groups with each group consisting of six teams. The teams that take the top spots will progress to the playoffs. On the other hand, the survival stage will see the teams compete in elimination matches.

Team Spirit has automatically secured a spot for the 2026 edition of the event. Notable teams that will compete include Team Liquid, Xtreme Gaming, GamerLegion and Virtus.pro, among others.

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