Saudi Arabia Gears up for 1st Esports World Cup with Over 2,500 Contestants in July 

Riyadh is set to host the first-ever edition of the Esports World Cup from July 4 to August 25. (Esports World Cup)
Riyadh is set to host the first-ever edition of the Esports World Cup from July 4 to August 25. (Esports World Cup)
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Saudi Arabia Gears up for 1st Esports World Cup with Over 2,500 Contestants in July 

Riyadh is set to host the first-ever edition of the Esports World Cup from July 4 to August 25. (Esports World Cup)
Riyadh is set to host the first-ever edition of the Esports World Cup from July 4 to August 25. (Esports World Cup)

Riyadh is set to host the first-ever edition of the Esports World Cup from July 4 to August 25.

The thrilling competition will bring together more than 2,500 male and female players representing elite teams and clubs at Boulevard Riyadh City. The event features a staggering $60 million prize pool, the largest in esports history.

Powered by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF), the tournament aims to propel the esports industry forward while creating promising opportunities for players and multi-team clubs.

With such an unprecedented prize pool, the cup is poised to become a milestone for the EWCF, which seeks to attract top talent and celebrate the popularity of this exhilarating field.

The Esports World Cup, the largest event in esports history, will unite the global e-gaming community, including players, fans, game producers, and publishers, with a focus on fostering connections and collaborations. Partners, producers, and publishers will have a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse fan base on a global scale.

The event aims to support the efforts of Saudi Arabia and the global community in elevating esports and highlighting its positive impact on societies and lifestyles.

It will also play a vital role in promoting cultural exchange and encouraging brands and companies to invest in the esports world.



Toulouse Coach Injured During French League Game Against Lille

05 October 2024, France, Villeneuve-D'ascq: Lille's Mitchel Bakker celebrates scoring his side's second goal during the French Ligue 1 soccer match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Toulouse FC at Pierre Mauroy Stadium. Photo: Matthieu Mirville/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa
05 October 2024, France, Villeneuve-D'ascq: Lille's Mitchel Bakker celebrates scoring his side's second goal during the French Ligue 1 soccer match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Toulouse FC at Pierre Mauroy Stadium. Photo: Matthieu Mirville/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa
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Toulouse Coach Injured During French League Game Against Lille

05 October 2024, France, Villeneuve-D'ascq: Lille's Mitchel Bakker celebrates scoring his side's second goal during the French Ligue 1 soccer match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Toulouse FC at Pierre Mauroy Stadium. Photo: Matthieu Mirville/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa
05 October 2024, France, Villeneuve-D'ascq: Lille's Mitchel Bakker celebrates scoring his side's second goal during the French Ligue 1 soccer match between Lille OSC (LOSC) and Toulouse FC at Pierre Mauroy Stadium. Photo: Matthieu Mirville/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

In the excitement of his team scoring, the coach of Toulouse ended up with a twisted ankle on Saturday.
Carles Martinez Novell suffered what looked like a minor injury during his side's French league match at Lille when he slipped during Toulouse's opening goal.
The Spanish coach fell along the touchline as he tried to follow the action that led to forward Zakaria Aboukhlal's goal in the 39th minute.
Martinez Novell limped back to the bench where he received treatment on his right ankle from the medical staff. He carried on coaching his players afterwards.