The field for the Esports Nations Cup is now complete.
After the conclusion of regional qualifiers last weekend, all 24 participating national teams have been determined for the Counter-Strike tournament scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 10 to 15.
The competition will feature a $1.32 million prize pool, with the winning nation claiming $300 thousand.
The Esports Nations Cup has finalized its full lineup of 24 national teams following the conclusion of regional qualifiers last weekend. The tournament, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 10 to 15, will feature a total prize pool of $1.32 million, with the winning nation earning $300 thousand.
South America will be represented by Brazil, Chile, and Argentina. Brazil’s squad includes Adriano “WOOD7” Cerato, while Chile features David “dav1deuS” Tapia and Argentina is led by Tomas “tomaszin” Corna. These three nations emerged from a competitive regional qualifying process to secure their spots at the global event.
The tournament structure will begin with a group stage where the 24 teams are divided into four groups. All matches in this initial phase will be best-of-one, with the top four teams from each group advancing to the playoffs. The knockout stage will then shift to a best-of-three format, except for the grand final which will be a best-of-five series.
The 24 Qualified Nations and Key Players
The complete list of qualified nations spans six continents, reflecting the worldwide popularity of Counter-Strike. Europe leads the representation with teams from the United Kingdom, France, Denmark, Germany, Romania, Lithuania, Poland, and Bulgaria. Asia is well represented by Kazakhstan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, China, Mongolia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The Americas feature the United States, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Mexico. Africa sends South Africa and Morocco, while Oceania is represented by Australia.
Several high-profile players will compete under their national flags. Germany’s Johannes “tabseN” Wodarz brings extensive experience from the top tier of professional play. Morocco will field Adil “ScreaM” Benrlitom, known for his precise aim. Poland’s Roland “ultimate” Tomkowiak, Canada’s Joshua “steel” Nissan, Australia’s Declan “Vexite” Portelli, and Lithuania’s Justinas “jL” Lekavicius are among the other notable competitors who secured qualification through their respective regional paths.
- Europe: United Kingdom, France, Denmark, Germany, Romania, Lithuania, Poland, Bulgaria
- Asia: Kazakhstan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, China, Mongolia, Indonesia, Vietnam
- Americas: United States, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Mexico
- Africa and Oceania: South Africa, Morocco, Australia
The diversity of the qualified nations highlights the global reach of Counter-Strike esports. From traditional powerhouses to emerging regions, the tournament will showcase talent from every corner of the competitive scene.
Tournament Format and Prize Distribution
The Esports Nations Cup will unfold across two distinct stages. The group phase places all 24 teams into four groups, where they will compete in best-of-one matches. The top four finishers from each group will advance, meaning several teams will reach the playoff bracket. This structure ensures that every match in the group stage carries significant weight, as a single map can determine a team’s tournament fate.
Once the playoffs begin, the format shifts to best-of-three series, raising the bar for consistency and strategic depth. The grand final stands apart as a best-of-five showdown, demanding endurance and adaptability from the two remaining nations. The $1.32 million prize pool is distributed among the participants, with the champion taking home $300 thousand.
| Region | Qualified Nations |
|---|---|
| South America | Brazil, Chile, Argentina |
| Europe | United Kingdom, France, Denmark, Germany, Romania, Lithuania, Poland, Bulgaria |
| Asia | Kazakhstan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, China, Mongolia, Indonesia, Vietnam |
| North America | United States, Canada, Mexico |
| Africa | South Africa, Morocco |
| Oceania | Australia |
With the full roster of 24 nations now confirmed, the Esports Nations Cup is poised to deliver a unique international competition. The blend of established stars and regional representatives will create compelling matchups throughout the group stage and into the high-stakes playoff bracket. The best-of-five grand final in Riyadh will ultimately determine which country claims the title and the $300 thousand first-place prize.
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