LEC summer final heads to Greece for the first time in its history
Riot Games has announced Greece as the new destination for the LEC Summer Split finals, with Lion Cereals as the presenting partner.
For the first time in history, Athens is hosting the most important European League of Legends event of the summer. On September 7, two teams will compete for a spot in the final match, which will be played out on September 8.
“We are very excited to bring the LEC Summer Finals to Athens for the first time. Greece has some of the most passionate players in the world, and we’ve been looking forward to the day we could bring an event to them,” said Seth Pyrzynski, live production manager at Riot Games.
So far in the summer split, G2 Esports and Fnatic are looking to be the strongest contenders for the title as both teams remain unbeaten. Origin has also looked strong following its runner-up finish in the previous split.
In the spring, these three teams traveled to Rotterdam, Netherlands to compete for the LEC title and the pass to the Mid-Season Invitational. G2 came out victorious at the time and went on to win it all at MSI. The squad is now looking to gear up for a potential run at the World Championship later this year.
The LEC is partnering up with Lion Cereals in bringing the event to Greece. Lion Cereals previously worked with Riot Games during the 2017 Spring Split.
“We can’t wait to bring the LEC to Greece and put on our greatest show yet to end our inaugural season with a bang,” Pyrzynski said.
In 2018, Riot Games hinted they would be taking the LEC events to more cities across Europe. So far, the LEC roadshow has visited two cities and the number is going up later in the year.
The international competitive season will come to a close with the World Championship being held in Europe. Paris was announced as the destination for the final series.
Read Also
League of Legends
Which Teams Should Be Panicking Ahead of LoL Worlds 2026?
Ben Boland
The 2026 League of Legends World Championship is fast approaching, with the tournament beginning on 15 October. 19 of the best teams that esports has to offer will do battle in North America for a shot at the Summoner's Cup. For teams like Bilibili Gaming and Hanwha Life Esports, their fates are already sealed without stepping foot on the Rift again, but for the rest of the teams, they will ...
League of Legends
Predictions For Gen.G vs Dplus KIA: Best Value Odds at GGBET
Ben Boland
Two of the more in-form teams in the LCK go head-to-head as Dplus KIA takes on Gen.G on 22 August. Despite the odds leaning more towards a Gen.G win, there are some solid bets to make across the board, not just simply the result. Dplus KIA have shown impressive form throughout the summer and so shouldn’t be discounted in this series. In this preview, we will highlight the best chances to ...
News
The Esports Nations Cup Has Been Postponed to November 2027
Ben Boland
The 2026 Esports Nations Cup has been suspended until 2027. The Esports Foundation announced the delay on August 18, citing ongoing regional uncertainty. The inaugural competition was scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, comprising over 100 national teams and featuring 16 different games, including League of Legends. According to the Esports Foundation, this decision follows ongoing developments in the region and consultation with key stakeholders. Moving the event ...
Esports Betting
These Are Our Betting Tips for the League Championship Series Week 4
Ben Boland
The 2026 LCS Summer Split is in full swing, with the eight North American squads all vying for a chance to represent the region at this year's World Championship. With Worlds being on home soil, there is more than just a ticket to Worlds at stake. Each series in the regular season carries weight, as the standings will determine their seeding and potentially their fate in the playoffs. Week four ...
League of Legends
Caps To Be Announced As Third Inductee in the LoL Hall of Legends
Hannan Mundia
After Faker and Uzi were inducted into the Hall of Legends in 2024 and 2025 respectively, the European League of Legends player Caps will be the next to get the same treatment. League of Legends has been a cornerstone in the professional gaming scene for over a decade. In that time, a handful of players have managed to leave their mark for all future fans and fellow players to learn ...
Esports Betting
MLBB is the most-watched game from the EWC, and it’s hard to see another game beating it
Michael Hassall
The Esports World Cup 2026 has officially passed its midway point and viewership figures for the tournament have surpassed many expectations so far, as per Esports Charts. The viewership tracking site revealed new statistics for the event on Aug. 6, showcasing just how many games had set new records in viewership, including one name leading the way in views: Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. MLBB leads the viewership charts with the ...
League of Legends
LCK 2026 Rounds 3–4 Preview, Schedule, Predictions, and More
Hannan Mundia
2026 LCK Rounds 3-4 are slated to start soon, and this preview highlights the schedule, our expert predictions, and everything else you need to know before watching. The LCK has been upside down recently. Teams that were considered absolute powerhouses are seemingly falling off, while previous underdogs have been causing upset after upset. 2026 LCK Rounds 3-4 are starting soon, and the big question here is which team will reign ...
