Philippines vs Indonesia: WEC Finals Trilogy in the Making?

Few rivalries in Esports come close to the fire between the Philippines and Indonesia in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. For two years in a row, they’ve faced off in WEC finals, each time with a different outcome. Indonesia took the crown in 2022 in front of their own crowd, then the Philippines struck back last […]
Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences Named Official Main Partner for WEC24

The International Esports Federation (IESF) is pleased to announce the Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences as the official main partner for the upcoming World Esports Championship 2024 in Riyadh, which begins on November 11. This partnership unites Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences’ reputation with one of the most significant international Esports events, ensuring every participant […]
One Week to WEC24: Get Ready for Esports History!

Get ready, Esports fans! We’re in the final stretch, and the World Esports Championship 2024 is coming to Riyadh in just one week. The SEF Arena is prepped for an Esports experience like no other. National Teams flying in from all over the world, a massive $1 million prize pool, and a lineup of top-tier […]
IESF and ITTI Open Applications for Scholarships in Esports Management

The International Esports Federation (IESF) and the International Institute of Technology and Innovation (ITTI) are thrilled to announce the launch of the IESF x ITTI Scholarships, an initiative designed to empower the next generation of Esports leaders. This scholarship program brings together the industry’s best resources to select young talent ready to make their mark […]
World Esports Idea Quest 2024

The World Esports Idea Quest 2024 is here, and it’s bigger than ever! This exciting challenge invites Esports enthusiasts and visionaries worldwide to bring their most innovative and unique ideas to the table. Do you have what it takes to design the next big thing in Esports? Now’s your chance to show your creativity and […]
International Esports Federation Announces Freeze Nums as Official Partner for the WEC24

The International Esports Federation (IESF) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Freeze Nums, who will be the official partner for the 16th World Esports Championship (WEC24) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As part of our largest event of the year, Freeze Nums will bring their innovative products, adding a fresh flavor to the championship […]
Official Statement on the Lebanese Esports and Robotics Federation’s Withdrawal from WEC24

Last week, the International Esports Federation (IESF) was informed by the Lebanese Esports and Robotics Federation of their withdrawal from this year’s World Esports Championship, mainly due to ongoing safety concerns in Lebanon. The federation informed IESF that there was a discussion with the athletes and that they came to the conclusion that participating under […]
Record Number of Host City Applications for IESF’s Events

We are pleased to announce the conclusion of the bidding process for hosting the 2025 and 2026 IESF Events – the World Esports Championship and Regional Qualifiers. For the first time in our history, we have received a record number of applications, with over 30 cities from across all continents submitting their bids to host […]
Regional Qualifiers 2024 are officially wrapped up

What a journey it has been! The Regional Qualifiers for the World Esports Championship 2024 have officially wrapped up, and we couldn’t be more excited about what’s next. Over the past few months, we’ve experienced some of the most thrilling moments in Esports across all four regions: Africa, Asia & Oceania, Europe, and the Americas, […]
African Esports Championship 2024 – Closing Ceremony

History was made as the African Esports Championship 2024 concluded in spectacular fashion at the Mohammed V Complex in Casablanca. AEC24 was a powerful demonstration of the rapid growth and rise of the African Esports scene. The closing ceremony was a reflection of the event’s success, with a capacity crowd on their feet, celebrating the […]