#First Stand Brazil 2026

Brazil will also shine in 2026 as the host of the First Stand event, the season-opening international tournament. This marks the first time since MSI 2017 that Brazil will welcome a major League of Legends competition. Whalen Rozelle praised the region's passion for esports, stating, “Brazilian fans bring amazing energy to live events, and we’re excited to kick off the season in such a vibrant esports community.” Meanwhile, MSI 2026 will take place in South Korea, a country synonymous with League of Legends esports excellence. First Stand will head to Southeast Asia, a region with a storied history in competitive gaming, while MSI will return to Europe. First Stand will make its debut in Seoul, South Korea, in 2025, alongside MSI in Canada and the World Championship in China. Titled 007 First Light, the game is being developed by IO Interactive in partnership with Amazon MGM Studios and Delphi, with a worldwide release set for March 27, 2026. Read more in our articles including "Riot Games Reveals Host Locations for Major League of Legends Esports Events in 2026 and 2027" and "Patrick Gibson Becomes the New James Bond in ‘007 First Light’ Game, Coming March 2026".