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The Free Fire World Cup (FFWC) at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 officially gets underway on July 15 in Paris, France. Featuring 24 elite teams from different regions, the tournament will see players compete for a share of the massive $1 million prize pool and a chance to lift one of the most prestigious trophies in Free Fire esports.
With the group draw completed, the schedule and match lineup for the opening day have been finalized. Fans can expect intense action as teams begin their journey toward qualification for the Grand Finals.
FFWC at EWC 2026 Group Stage Format
The tournament's Group Stage features 24 teams split evenly into two groups of 12 teams each. Every squad will aim to collect valuable placement and elimination points to strengthen its position in the overall standings.
Group A Teams
- EVOS
- AG.AL
- Aurora Gaming
- Buriram United Esports
- Team Falcons
- LOUD SNICKERS
- Team Apex Gaming
- Gundynasty
- Titan Esports Club
- DRS Gaming
- Demons Pride Esports
- ParadoX Gaming
Group B Teams
- Fluxo W7M
- Team Secret
- Twisted Minds
- Team RRQ
- Team Vitality
- MIBR.LOS
- SOUL Esports
- Lyon
- Straw Hats
- Total Gaming Esports iQOO
- Al Ahli Esports
- MÍA Corp
FFWC at EWC 2026 Day 1 Match Schedule (IST)
The first day of competition will feature a total of 12 matches. Group A will play the opening six games, while Group B will compete in the final six matches of the day.
| Match | Time (IST) |
|---|---|
| Match 1 | 3:30 PM |
| Match 2 | 4:00 PM |
| Match 3 | 4:35 PM |
| Match 4 | 5:05 PM |
| Match 5 | 5:40 PM |
| Match 6 | 6:10 PM |
The same six-map sequence will be used for both groups during their respective match sets.
Official Map Rotation for Day 1
Teams will battle across a variety of terrains and playstyles with the following map rotation:
- Bermuda
- Purgatory
- Kalahari
- Nexterra
- Solara
- Bermuda
The diverse map pool will test each squad's adaptability, strategy, and consistency throughout the day.
Leaderboard Starts from Scratch
Since the tournament is just beginning, all 24 teams start with zero points. The first leaderboard standings will be determined after the completion of Day 1 matches, giving fans an early indication of which teams are emerging as title contenders.
Paris Ready for Free Fire's Biggest Battle
With top organizations from across the globe assembled in Paris, the Free Fire World Cup at EWC 2026 promises high-level competition from the opening match. Every elimination and placement point will matter as teams fight for a spot in the Grand Finals and a chance to become world champions.
As the action begins on July 15, all eyes will be on Paris to see which teams can make the strongest start in one of the biggest Free Fire tournaments of the year.
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