Panama and Costa Rica won hosting rights after Oceania bid failed. Four new teams participated: Pakistan, Libya, Burkina Faso, and Fiji. Myanmar withdrew due to civil wars, Eritrea banned for 4 years
Founded in Serbia in 2022. Main sponsor is 1xBet. Currently fields teams in Apex Legends, CS2, Dota 2, and MLBB
South Africa became first African host to host World Cup finals. Tournament took place in South Africa from June to July 2010. Five new stadiums built, five existing venues upgraded. Construction workers went on strike in July 2009, resolved quickly
Intel Extreme Masters celebrated its 100th U.S. edition in Dallas. 16 teams competed for $100,000 prize pool and IEM Cologne invitation. Tournament featured double-elimination brackets in two groups
Brazil defeated Argentina 2-1 in the final at Humo Arena on October 6, 2024. Ukraine defeated France 7-1 in the third place match
Brazil defeated Argentina 2-1 in the final at Humo Arena on October 6, 2024. Ukraine defeated France 7-1 in the third place match