LoL Worlds 2025: Schedule, Teams, and Format Guide
The roar of the crowd, the clash of titans on Summoner's Rift, and the hoisting of the Summoner's Cup—the League of Legends World Championship is the pinnacle of esports. As the 2024 season unfolds, the global community is already turning its eyes to the horizon and the promise of Worlds 2025. This will be a landmark event, celebrating 15 years of LoL Esports with what promises to be an unforgettable tournament.
Whether you're a seasoned veteran of the Rift or a newcomer wondering what all the hype is about, this is your central hub for everything related to the LoL Worlds 2025 championship. We'll be tracking every announcement, from the schedule and host city to the new format and the teams who punch their tickets to glory.
LoL Worlds 2025 Schedule and Location
Riot Games typically hosts the World Championship in the fall, spanning from late September through early November. While the official, specific dates for the Play-In, Swiss, and Knockout Stages of Worlds 2025 have not yet been released, we can anticipate a similar timeframe for the 2025 tournament.
Key Schedule Information (Anticipated):
- Start Date: Expected Late September / Early October 2025
- Grand Finals: Expected Early November 2025
The host region and cities for Worlds 2025 remain one of the most exciting unannounced details. The World Championship rotates between major regions across the globe, bringing the electric atmosphere of live esports to different fanbases each year. Past events have taken place in North America, Europe, China, and South Korea. An official announcement regarding the host country for the 15th anniversary of LoL Esports is expected from Riot Games in the coming months.
This page will be updated immediately once the official schedule and venue details are confirmed.
A New Era: The Worlds 2025 Format Explained
For 2025, Riot Games is introducing a revised format that changes how teams qualify and compete. The tournament will now feature 17 of the world's best teams, a slight reduction from previous years, aiming to create an even more competitive and condensed schedule.
The biggest change comes from the regional seeding. The major regions have been granted a specific number of slots, rewarding the leagues that have shown consistent international strength.
Worlds 2025 Regional Seed Allocation:
- LPL (China): 4 Teams
- LCK (Korea): 4 Teams
- LEC (EMEA): 3 Teams
- LCS (North America): 3 Teams
- PCS (Pacific), VCS (Vietnam), LLA (Latin America), CBLOL (Brazil): 1 Team Each
This new distribution ensures that the most dominant regions are well-represented while still providing a path to the world stage for the champions of the emerging regions. The tournament itself is expected to retain a multi-stage format, beginning with a Play-In Stage for lower-seeded teams, followed by a main event group stage (likely a Swiss-style format), and culminating in a single-elimination Knockout Stage to crown the champion.
Qualified Teams for LoL Worlds 2025
No teams have qualified for the 2025 League of Legends World Championship yet. The road to Worlds is a grueling, year-long journey that requires teams to prove their mettle in their respective regional leagues throughout the Spring and Summer Splits.
Teams earn their spot at Worlds by:
- Winning their region's primary season championship (usually the Summer Split or Season Finals). This typically grants the first seed from that region.
- Earning enough Championship Points throughout the year from strong placements in both the Spring and Summer Splits.
- Winning their region's last-chance qualifying tournament, often called the Regional Finals.
We will update the list below in real-time as each team officially locks in their spot for the 2025 World Championship throughout the 2025 competitive season.(List to be updated)
- LCK (Korea)
- Seed 1: TBD
- Seed 2: TBD
- Seed 3: TBD
- Seed 4: TBD
- LPL (China)
- Seed 1: TBD
- Seed 2: TBD
- Seed 3: TBD
- Seed 4: TBD
- LEC (EMEA)
- Seed 1: TBD
- Seed 2: TBD
- Seed 3: TBD
- LCS (North America)
- Seed 1: TBD
- Seed 2: TBD
- Seed 3: TBD
- PCS (Pacific): TBD
- VCS (Vietnam): TBD
- CBLOL (Brazil): TBD
- LLA (Latin America): TBD
Worlds 2025 Results and Standings
This section will serve as your primary source for the complete results, scores, and standings for every stage of the LoL Worlds 2025 tournament. From the first match of the Play-In Stage to the final Nexus explosion in the Grand Finals, you will find a full breakdown of the action right here once the event begins.
(This section will be populated live during the tournament in Fall 2025.)
- Play-In Stage Results
- Swiss Stage Results & Standings
- Knockout Stage (Quarterfinals, Semifinals, Grand Finals) Bracket & Results
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about LoL Worlds 2025
When is LoL Worlds 2025?While exact dates are not yet public, the tournament is expected to take place in the fall of 2025, likely between late September and early November.
Where will LoL Worlds 2025 be held?The host region and cities for Worlds 2025 have not been officially announced by Riot Games. This information is typically revealed about a year in advance.
How many teams will compete at Worlds 2025?A total of 17 teams from around the globe will compete at Worlds 2025, based on the newly announced format and seed allocations.
How can I watch LoL Worlds 2025?The tournament will be broadcast live for free on official LoL Esports channels, primarily on platforms like Twitch and YouTube. Broadcasts are available in numerous languages with dedicated commentary teams for each region.