Worlds 2026 Schedule Guide: Match Times, Results & Bracket
The League of Legends World Championship runs from October 15 to November 14, 2026, bringing the world’s top teams together across the Play-In, Swiss, and Knockout stages. The Worlds 2026 schedule covers nearly a month of matches before the tournament concludes with the Final in Brooklyn. This guide will cover the stage schedule, latest results, bracket, qualified teams, and where to watch Worlds 2026.
Worlds 2026 Schedule: Dates and Start Times
Worlds 2026 is split into three stages across Los Angeles, Texas, and New York. Check the table below to see the key dates and locations.
| Stage | Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Play-In | Oct. 15–18 | Los Angeles, CA |
| Swiss Stage | Oct. 23–31 | Allen, TX |
| Knockout Stage | Nov. 3–14 | Allen, TX / Brooklyn, NY |
Worlds 2026 Play-In Schedule
The Play-In runs from October 15 to 18 in Los Angeles, with all series played as best-of-five. Each match day begins at 11 AM PDT, with only one team advancing to the Swiss Stage.
| Date | Match | Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 15 | Cloud9 Kia vs. Karmine Corp | 11 AM PDT |
| Oct. 15 | FURIA vs. MVK Esports | 4 PM PDT |
| Oct. 16 | TBD vs. TBD | 11 AM PDT |
| Oct. 16 | TBD vs. TBD | 4 PM PDT |
| Oct. 17 | TBD vs. TBD | 11 AM PDT |
| Oct. 18 | TBD vs. TBD | 11 AM PDT |
Worlds 2026 Swiss Stage Schedule
The Swiss Stage takes place in Allen from October 23 to 31. Start times change during the stage, so check the schedule below before each match day.
| Date | Stage | Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 23 | Swiss Stage | 12 PM CDT |
| Oct. 24 | Swiss Stage | 12 PM CDT |
| Oct. 25 | Swiss Stage | 12 PM CDT |
| Oct. 26 | Swiss Stage | 12 PM CDT |
| Oct. 28 | Swiss Stage | 3 PM CDT |
| Oct. 29 | Swiss Stage | 3 PM CDT |
| Oct. 30 | Swiss Stage | 3 PM CDT |
| Oct. 31 | Swiss Stage | 12 PM CDT |
Worlds 2026 Knockout Schedule
The Knockout Stage starts with four quarterfinals and two semifinals in Allen before the remaining teams head to Brooklyn for the Worlds 2026 Final on November 14.
| Date | Round | Location | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 3 | Quarterfinal | Allen, TX | 4 PM CST |
| Nov. 4 | Quarterfinal | Allen, TX | 4 PM CST |
| Nov. 5 | Quarterfinal | Allen, TX | 4 PM CST |
| Nov. 6 | Quarterfinal | Allen, TX | 4 PM CST |
| Nov. 7 | Semifinal | Allen, TX | 4 PM CST |
| Nov. 8 | Semifinal | Allen, TX | 4 PM CST |
| Nov. 14 | Final | Brooklyn, NY | 2 PM EST |
Worlds 2026 Results and Bracket
Track the latest Worlds 2026 results and see how teams advance through each stage. The sections below cover match outcomes and the tournament bracket.
Latest Worlds 2026 Results
Worlds 2026 begins with the Play-In on October 15, and no completed match results are available yet. This section will be updated with scores and winners as the Play-In, Swiss Stage, and Knockout Stage progress.
How the Worlds 2026 Bracket Works
The Worlds 2026 bracket starts with a four-team double-elimination Play-In, where one team advances. Swiss features 16 teams playing up to five rounds; three wins advance and three losses eliminate a team. From Round 2, teams face opponents with the same record. Eight teams then enter the single-elimination Knockout Stage, with all series played as Bo5.
| Stage | Format | Advancement |
|---|---|---|
| Play-In | 4-team double elimination, Bo5 | 1 team reaches Swiss |
| Swiss Stage | 16-team Swiss, Bo1/Bo3, up to 5 rounds | 8 teams reach Knockout |
| Knockout Stage | 8-team single elimination, Bo5 | Winner becomes champion |
For the quarterfinal draw, the two 3–0 Swiss teams are paired with two 3–2 teams, while the other four qualifiers are randomly matched into the remaining quarterfinals.
LoL Worlds 2026 Teams and Where to Watch
See which teams qualified for Worlds 2026 and where to follow the tournament. The sections below cover regional entries, official broadcasts, and replays.
Qualified Teams by Region
Worlds 2026 features 19 teams from six regions. Karmine Corp, Cloud9 Kia, MVK Esports, and FURIA enter through the Play-In, while the other 15 teams start in the Swiss Stage.
| Region | Qualified Teams |
|---|---|
| LPL | Anyone’s Legend, Bilibili Gaming, TOP Esports, Invictus Gaming |
| LCK | Gen.G, Hanwha Life Esports, T1, Dplus Kia |
| LEC | G2 Esports, Movistar KOI, Karmine Corp |
| LCS | Team Liquid Alienware, LYON, Cloud9 Kia |
| LCP | Team Secret Whales, CTBC Flying Oyster, MVK Esports |
| CBLOL | LOS, FURIA |
Official Streams and Replays
Watch Worlds 2026 on the official LoL Esports website and participating LoL Esports Twitch channels. After matches end, LoL Esports also provides VOD pages with supported replay providers such as YouTube, depending on region and language.
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The Bottom Line
The Worlds 2026 schedule runs from October 15 to November 14 across the Play-In, Swiss, and Knockout stages. The tournament moves from Los Angeles to Allen before the Final takes place in Brooklyn on November 14. Use the schedule above to follow match times, Worlds 2026 results, and bracket progress as the tournament continues.
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FAQs About the Worlds 2026 Schedule
Q1. What Is the Worlds 2026 Schedule?
The Worlds 2026 schedule runs from October 15 to November 14, 2026.
Q2. What Stages Are in the LoL Worlds 2026 Schedule?
The LoL Worlds 2026 schedule includes Play-In, Swiss, and Knockout stages.
Q3. Where Can I Check Worlds 2026 Results?
Official Worlds 2026 results are available through the LoL Esports schedule page.
Q4. How Does the Worlds 2026 Bracket Work?
The Worlds 2026 bracket progresses from Play-In to Swiss, then an eight-team Knockout Stage.
Q5. What Is the Worlds 2026 Start Time?
Play-In starts October 15 at 11 AM PDT; Swiss begins October 23 at 12 PM CDT.
Q6. How Many LoL Worlds 2026 Teams Are Competing?
There are 19 LoL Worlds 2026 teams competing across Play-In and Swiss entry paths.