Every Valorant Coach at the Esports Nations Cup 2026
The Esports Foundation announced the coaching rosters for the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026 on April 23, confirming Valorant as one of nine competitive titles featuring national team representation. The tournament will gather 32 teams in Riyadh for competition in November, with 16 teams receiving direct invitations based on ENC ranking and 16 additional teams earning their spots through regional qualifier tournaments.
The Valorant competition will feature coaches assigned to national teams that have secured National Team Managers or National Team Partners through the Esports Foundation’s official partnerships. The coaching staff includes several prominent figures from the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT), representing top-tier talent from regional competition circuits across EMEA and other major regions. The presence of established VCT coaches underscores the competitive ambitions of the inaugural Esports Nations Cup, positioning it as a significant international esports event that brings together elite coaching talent alongside national team representatives. Additional information about individual coach assignments and national team compositions is expected as the November event approaches.