League of Legends fans, the pinnacle of League of Legends esports, Worlds 2024, is just around the corner. This year’s World Championship promises unforgettable moments, electrifying plays, and intense competition as the best teams from around the globe gather to battle it out for the title of world champions. With the tournament kicking off in September, here’s everything you need to know.

The What, When, and Where

Worlds 2024 will be hosted in Europe, starting with the Play-In Stage on 25 September and culminating in the Finals on 2 November at The O2 in London. Throughout the tournament, matches will take place across various cities, including Berlin, Paris, and finally, London, where the ultimate champion will be crowned. Mark your calendars, as each stage is set to deliver thrilling esports action.

• 25 – 29 September
  • Play-In Stage, Matches start at 8:00 PM (GMT+8)
• 3 – 13 October
  • Swiss Stage, Matches start at 8:00 PM (GMT+8)
• 17 October – 2 November
  • Knockout Stage, Matches start at 8:00 PM (GMT+8)

A New Format

The tournament’s format offers plenty of twists and turns. Worlds 2024 kicks off with the Play-In Stage, featuring eight teams in a double-elimination bracket. The winners will advance to the Swiss Stage, where they will join 12 teams already seeded based on regional performance. The Swiss Stage matches teams with similar records in a best-of-one format, with progression or elimination decided by best-of-three matches. The top eight will move on to the Knockout Stage, a single-elimination bracket leading to the grand final.

The Teams to Watch

This year’s competition features 20 teams representing eight regions, including top contenders from China’s LPL, Korea’s LCK, Europe’s LEC, and North America’s LCS. Teams such as Bilibili Gaming, Gen.G, Hanwha Life Esports, G2 Esports, and FlyQuest will compete in an intense three-stage format: the Play-In, Swiss Stage, and Knockout Stage. Each team will be vying for the coveted Summoner’s Cup and the prestigious title of world champion.

Play-In Teams

• MAD Lions KOI (Europe)
• Vikings Esports (Vietnam)
• PSG Talon (Asia-Pacific)
• paiN Gaming (Brazil)
• GAM Esports (Vietnam)
• Fukuoka SoftBank HAWKS gaming (Japan)
• 100 Thieves (North America)
• Rainbow7 (Latin America)

Swiss Stage Teams

• Bilibili Gaming (China)
• FlyQuest (North America)
• Fnatic (Europe)
• G2 Esports (Europe)
• Gen.G Esports (South Korea)
• Hanwha Life Esports (South Korea)
• LNG Esports (China)
• Team Liquid (North America)
• Top Esports (China)
• Weibo Gaming (China)
• Dplus (South Korea)
• T1 (South Korea)

Schedule

Play-In Stage

25 September

• 8:00 PM (GMT+8) – MAD Lions KOI (0) vs. (0) Vikings Esports [Opening Match]
• 11:00 PM (GMT+8) – PSG Talon (0) vs. (0) paiN Gaming [Opening Match]

26 September

• 8:00 PM (GMT+8) – GAM Esports (0) vs. (0) Fukuoka SoftBank HAWKS gaming [Opening Match]
• 11:00 PM (GMT+8) – 100 Thieves (0) vs. (0) Rainbow7 [Opening Match]

27 September

• 8:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Elimination Match]
• 11:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Elimination Match]

28 September

• 8:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Qualification Match]
• 11:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Qualification Match]

29 September

• 8:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Decider Match]
• 11:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Decider Match]

Swiss Stage

3 October

• 8:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]
• 9:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]
• 10:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]
• 11:00 PM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]

4 October

• 12:00 AM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]
• 1:00 AM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]
• 2:00 AM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]
• 3:00 AM (GMT+8) – TBD (0) vs. (0) TBD [Round 1]

Knockout Stage

TBA

Pick’Em Predictions

Think you know which team will come out on top? Pick’Em, powered by AWS, is back, allowing fans to predict match outcomes and compete for prizes. Make your picks for the Crystal Ball, Swiss Stage, and Knockouts, and you can earn everything from emotes to rare in-game items. The top scorers might even walk away with a Worlds 2024 Viego skin.

This Year’s Anthem

As is tradition, Worlds 2024 will also receive its own anthem and music video which will debut on 24 September, providing the perfect soundtrack to the tournament. Whether you’re hyped for the Play-In Stage or waiting for the Finals, this anthem will keep the adrenaline pumping.

Worlds Merch & Collectibles

Gear up for Worlds 2024 with exclusive merch! The Worlds 2024 Merch Collection drops on 19 September, featuring limited edition items inspired by the European venues and teams. Don’t miss out on the chance to grab the Worlds 2024 Lux Figure, Baron Plush, and more.

Tune In for Rewards

Fans tuning in to the action on lolesports.com won’t just be treated to epic gameplay—they can also earn exclusive in-game rewards through drops. From Pentakills to Baron steals, every major play could score you Esports Capsules, emotes, and more. Be sure to watch key moments during the tournament for your chance to grab these collectables.

YouTube / Twitch

As Worlds 2024 approaches, fans around the world are gearing up for what promises to be another unforgettable tournament. So, make them believe—tune in, pick your favourites, and witness history in the making.