Paris is hosting the Esports World Cup, featuring more than 2,000 players from over 200 clubs representing 100 countries.
According to SPA, Esports World Cup Foundation Chief Product Officer Faisal bin Homran stated that expanding to Paris is a natural extension of the success from the first two editions held in Riyadh.
Bin Homran noted that while Riyadh tournaments engaged Saudi and Arab audiences, the Paris edition connects the foundation with European fans to broaden global reach. Paris was chosen due to its advanced infrastructure and track record of hosting major international events.
Organizers are currently preparing for the 2027 edition, using insights from players, audiences, and different host cities to develop the tournament.
Why was Paris selected as a host city for the Esports World Cup? Paris was selected because of its proven track record in hosting major international events and its advanced infrastructure. According to Faisal bin Homran, this expansion allows the foundation to connect with European fans and broaden its global reach after the initial two editions in Riyadh established strong engagement with Arab and Saudi audiences.
How many participants are involved in the current Esports World Cup edition? The current edition of the tournament features more than 2,000 players. These participants represent over 200 clubs coming from 100 different countries, as the foundation continues to place players and fans at the core of the project.
What are the plans for the future of the Esports World Cup? Preparations are already underway for the 2027 edition of the tournament. Organizers are focusing on developing the event by utilizing insights gained from various players, audiences, and the different host cities used in previous editions.