Belgium has officially unveiled its five-player League of Legends roster for the Esports Nations Cup 2026, and the lineup reads like a greatest-hits compilation of Belgian talent that has spent years grinding through Europe’s top competitive leagues.

The squad, fielded under the Belgian Esports Federation (BESF), will compete in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, during the ENC’s month-long run from November 2 to November 29.

The roster breakdown

Belgium’s starting five features Bwipo in the top lane, Isma in the jungle, Nisqy at mid, Évangelyne as ADC, and Targamas on support. Two substitutes, Zorac and Pump, round out the roster. Yanis “Striker” Kella will serve as head coach.

For anyone who has followed European League of Legends over the past several years, a few of these names carry serious weight. Bwipo has been one of the most recognizable top laners in the Western scene. Nisqy has bounced between top-tier European and North American rosters, bringing a team-oriented mid lane style. Targamas made waves as a support player at the highest levels of European competition.

What is the Esports Nations Cup, exactly?

The Esports Nations Cup is organized by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) and is designed to bring nation-based competition to esports. Over 100 countries are set to participate across multiple game titles.

League of Legends was officially confirmed as a featured title back in February 2026. That confirmation was significant because it meant Riot Games’ flagship title, which has traditionally kept tight control over its competitive ecosystem, was opening the door to a format it had never seriously explored at this level.

Why Belgium’s lineup matters beyond the Rift

Belgium, with a population of roughly 11.5 million, can punch above its weight by assembling its best individual talents under one banner. Bwipo and Nisqy alone have competed on international stages at events like the World Championship.

The risk is execution. Assembling players from different club rosters who may have conflicting schedules, different playstyles, and limited practice time together is notoriously difficult. Traditional sports solve this with international breaks built into the calendar. Esports doesn’t have that infrastructure yet, and fitting a month-long tournament into the existing competitive calendar will test the patience of clubs, players, and leagues alike.