Call of Duty: Warzone at the Esports World Cup 2025: Tournament Details and Favorites

If you're a fan of electrifying gunfights, coordinated tactics, and non-stop adrenaline, gear up: Call of Duty: Warzone makes its powerful debut at the Esports World Cup 2025, bringing the top global teams into the heat of competition in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

From August 6 to 9, 21 elite trios will drop into Rebirth Island for action-packed battles in pursuit of kills, placement, and, of course, the world championship title in Warzone’s first EWC edition. With an intense format, global broadcast, and a million-dollar prize pool on the line, this tournament promises to be a true spectacle for fans of Activision’s battle royale.

And before you pick a favorite (or place a cheeky bet), here’s everything you need to know about the competition. So equip your loadout and read on!

Call of Duty: Warzone’s Schedule at the Esports World Cup 2025

The Warzone showdown at the Esports World Cup 2025 kicks off on Wednesday, August 6, and runs through the grand finale on Saturday, August 9, in Riyadh.

It will be four straight days of intense drops, as the top 21 trios in the world compete for maximum points on Rebirth Island. You can follow the full schedule and real-time results on the official EWC 2025 website.

The tournament begins with the Group Stage, held entirely on August 6 and 7, with the 21 trios split into three groups of seven teams. Each trio plays four matches, aiming to rack up as many points as possible through eliminations and placement. The top seven teams overall advance directly to the Final.

On August 8, the remaining 14 teams return to the arena for the Last Chance stage — a repechage round with six matches to claim the final seven spots in the championship. It’s all or nothing, and each match could decide who survives in the tournament.

Then, on Saturday, August 9, the competition reaches its climax with the Finals played in Match Point format: teams continue to accumulate points until one reaches the minimum threshold and wins a match to be crowned world champion.

Beyond the glory, participants will compete for a total prize pool of $1 million, distributed among all finalist teams, with a generous share going to the champions, along with valuable Club Championship points for the EWC 2025.

Call of Duty: Warzone’s Tournament Format at the Esports World Cup 2025

The Warzone tournament at the Esports World Cup 2025 is designed to reward not only performance but also consistency. A total of 21 invited trios participate in the competition, which is divided into three phases: Group Stage, Last Chance, and Grand Final.

In the first stage, the trios are divided into three groups of seven teams. They play two rounds over two days, with each round including four matches per trio. The top seven teams overall qualify directly for the Grand Final. The remaining 14 trios move on to the Last Chance phase.

In the Last Chance stage, these 14 trios play six matches. The seven with the highest point totals advance to the Final, completing the 21 trios competing for the title.

In the Grand Final, the trios continue to accumulate points until one of them reaches the minimum required to enter “match point” status. From there, that trio must win a match to become the champion. Remaining placements are determined based on the total points accumulated by the end of the tournament.

Which Teams Will Play Call of Duty: Warzone at the Esports World Cup 2025?

The elite of Call of Duty: Warzone is assembled at the Esports World Cup 2025, and 21 of the best organizations in the world are already confirmed. The competition includes representatives from six regional qualifiers, each with specific rules and allocated spots:

• Defending Champion: 1 spot
• APAC: 1 spot
• LATAM South: 1 spot
• MENA: 2 spots
• LATAM North: 2 spots
• Europe: 7 spots
• North America: 7 spots

Based on the results of these qualifiers, the 21 teams competing for the world title on Rebirth Island are:

Defending Champion

Team Falcons

APAC

Inner Circle

LATAM South

9z Globant

MENA

XO Esports

EVOS

LATAM North

Movistar KOI

CT Gaming

Europe

Team Vision

Ninjas in Pyjamas

Team Leviatan

NOVO Esports

Fnatic

ROC Esports

Gentle Mates

North America

100 Thieves

Virtus.Pro

FiveFears

Twisted Minds

AG.AL

Gamax Esports

FaZe Clan

The teams now prepare to compete in the Group Stage, the Last Chance round, and the Finals, facing the world’s best in an intense journey for Warzone supremacy. With elite players, intercontinental rivalries, and unpredictable matches, the competition promises high stakes and thrills from start to finish.

Favorites to Win Call of Duty: Warzone at the Esports World Cup 2025

With matches on the horizon, the betting market is already heating up for the Call of Duty: Warzone title at EWC 2025. The undisputed favorite is Team Falcons, reigning world champion and a benchmark in the scene, with odds of just 1.35, reflecting bettors' confidence in a potential title defense.

Next up, other strong teams appear with more balanced odds, signaling an open race for the podium. Highlights include Virtus.pro (9.0) and 100 Thieves (12.0), both organizations with strong FPS backgrounds and solid rosters for the tournament.

Here are the top outright odds to win the championship:

Favorites and Main Contenders

• Team Falcons – 1.35
• Virtus.pro – 9.0
• 100 Thieves – 12.0
• Twisted Minds – 13.0
• Ninjas In Pyjamas – 15.0
• All Gamers Global – 16.0
• ELF – 16.0
• Gentle Mates – 19.0
• Fnatic – 20.0

Dark Horses with Upset Potential

• Crythe – 22.0
• FaZe Clan – 25.0
• WhateverItTakes – 28.0
• Pillos – 33.0
• NOVO Esports – 40.0
• Team Dekil – 50.0
• ROC Esports – 50.0
• EVOS Esports – 65.0

Long Shots with Higher Odds

• Team l hmooodx – 80.0
• KOI – 100.0
• Team kngmatli – 120.0
• ARG ON TOP – 150.0

Remember, lower odds indicate stronger favoritism, while higher odds reflect teams considered less likely to win — but who might surprise and reward bold bets.

If you're still unsure about esports betting, it's worth exploring the competitive potential of the scene and checking out our glossary of terms used in matches.

Where to Watch Call of Duty: Warzone at the Esports World Cup 2025

To catch every epic kill or clutch rotation in Warzone at EWC 2025, simply tune in to the event's official broadcast channels.

All matches are streamed live and for free on the following platforms: YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and FACEIT Watch.

Broadcasts are available in English and Arabic, with commentary and analysis from top-tier experts in the scene.

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