VCT Masters London 2026: Everything You Need to Know — Dates, Format, Teams and How to Watch
VCT Masters London 2026 is the second major international VALORANT tournament of the year. It takes place June 6–21, 2026 at the Copper Box Arena in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
After Stage 1 concluded across regional leagues — Americas, EMEA, and Pacific — the top teams earned spots at the international Masters. London is hosting the event for the second consecutive year.
Qualified Teams
The top 3 teams from each of the three leagues (Americas, EMEA, Pacific) qualified for Masters London based on their Stage 1 performance. Top contenders include G2 Esports and Team Vitality from EMEA, alongside strong rosters from Americas and Pacific.
Format
Masters London 2026 features a two-week structure with a group stage and playoffs. All matches stream on official Riot Games channels.
Context: Viewership Decline
According to Esports Charts, VCT 2026 viewership has dropped approximately 20% compared to the previous year. Masters London is a crucial test for Riot Games — can a live London crowd and a premier event reverse this trend?
How to Watch
All matches stream live on the official VALORANT Champions Tour Twitch and YouTube channels. Match times vary to accommodate multiple time zones.