Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, get ready for the Esports World Cup 2024! Previously, this event was called the Gamers8 festival. However, the rebranding of EWC (ESports Word Cup)– not to be confused with the Honda Endurance World Championship– has made it bigger, badder, and better than ever.
There are 22 different titles in the tournament, stretching from July 3 to August 25th. But right now, the bright and shining light is focused on League of Legends (LoL), which enthusiasts worldwide are watching. Whether you are a professional Summoner or a mere ‘casual gamer,’ this tournament will surely deliver, as it’s packed full of excitement, incredible highlight plays, and moments you will never forget. Put the other titles aside for a second – while competition will be fierce in COD: Warzone and Dota 2, this week in the 2024 Esports World Cup belongs to the LoL’s strategy and neck-to-neck battles.
Schedule and Format
No need to mark your calendars for LoL, folks! The battles have already begun with an intense schedule that will make you hold your breath till the end. This event usually takes just a few days, from the initial group stage to the Grand Finals. Matches will be played daily, with the best teams playing in the best-of-seven elimination round. This means every game is do or die. Hence, the best is always expected of the teams, or risk being eliminated.
The first stage was the group stage, where the eight teams were grouped into four groups and played on a round-robin basis, where teams were selected to proceed to the knockout stage. From there on, it is a war until the quarter, semi, and final stages of the tournaments. The structure guarantees the teams to be among the best in the field, promising extraordinary climaxes and more upsets in store.
Teams and Competition
The 2024 Esports World Cup has drawn the best of the best in the LoL community. Some top teams to watch for include T1, G2 Esports, and FlyQuest Gaming, going up against new blood and underdogs. Both teams are very competitive; each player comes to the match with their style, so every match is a spectacle. The passion is high; everybody wants to win, be crowned the champion, and have the associated title.
Although LoL is in the spotlight, it is important to acknowledge the existing rivalries and battles across other games, such as Dota 2 and Call of Duty: Warzone, that are underway. These interactions across the games also create an additional factor of interest and suspense for the fans as they compare the strategies and abilities of players in each game.
Results and Highlights as of July 5
There has been some fine moments in the tournament so far and the best teams have been proving why they are the best. There has been no let-up in action whether it is clutch baron steals or mind-blowing team fights.
The tournament has drawn the best of the best. As of July 5, here are the key results:
- July 4th:
- Bilibili Gaming vs. T1: T1 won 2-1.
- Team Liquid vs. Fnatic: Team Liquid swept 2-0.
- July 5th:
- G vs. Top Esports: Top ES won 2-0
- G2 Esports 1-1 FlyQuest: G2 won 2-1
- July 6, 2024
- 10 am CT: T1 vs. Team Liquid
- 1 pm CT: Top Esports vs. G2 Esports
- July 7, 2024
- 1 pm CT: Grand Finals
Where to Watch
You won’t want to switch off your screen for a second of the Esports World Cup 2024. Watch it unfold live on all major streaming services, such as Twitch and YouTube. For those seeking to spice up their watching experience, try out the DraftKings Promo Code and find out the odds on the matches as they unfold, along with tip-top offers. It is the best way to feel the atmosphere of the competition, and you may become a winner yourself.
Semi-Finals Matchups
For Friday’s Semi-Finals matchup between T1 and Team Liquid, T1 is favored at 1.04 odds to win. For those of you who are not in the know about betting odds, that means T1 is favored at 1/25 or a 95.15% probability to move on to the Grand Finals. On the other side of the semis, Top Esports is the favorite over G2, with implied odds of 75.76%, (1.32) or -312 in American odds. Will we see T1 vs. Top Esports on July 7th in the Gand Finale? Or could G2 pull off an upset?
The Full Esports Word Cup Tournament Schedule
- July 3-6 — Call of Duty: Warzone
- July 3-7, 10-14 — Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Men’s
- July 4-7, 10-14, 16-21 — Dota 2
- July 4-7 — League of Legends
- July 10-14 — Garena Free Fire
- July 17-21 — Counter-Strike 2
- July 19-21, 23-24, 26-28 — PUBG Mobile
- July 24-28 — Overwatch 2
- July 25-28 — Mobile Legends: Bang Bang – Women’s
- July 29-Aug. 4 — Honor of Kings
- July 31-Aug. 4 — Apex Legends
- July 31-Aug. 4 — Rainbow Six Siege
- 8-11 — Fortnite
- 8-11 — Street Fighter 6
- 8-11 — Teamfight Tactics
- 14-18 — Starcraft II
- 15-18 — Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III
- 15-18 — EA Sports FC ’24
- 21-25 — PUBG: Battlegrounds
- 22-25 — Rennsport
- 22-25 — Rocket League
- 22-25 — Tekken 8
LoL EWC Conclusion
Only two days of the LoL action are left, so don’t miss out! That said, plenty of action is left in the tournament with the other titles. Esports World Cup 2024 is not only a competition but a one-of-a-kind event where fans get to see the best in esports. This event has all the ingredients of spectacular performances from the best teams, heated rivalry, and moments that will leave you yearning for more. Watch, cheer on, and be entertained by the Esports World Cup 2024 event.
For more details on the schedule, results, and where to watch, check out the comprehensive coverage on ONE Esports and GosuGamers.