Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Final Eight Set at EWC 2026
The EWC's group-stage format and the players' expressed confidence point to a competitive final with a $250,000 prize.
Reporting from 1 source: 4Gamer.net.
After Group Stage 2 of the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves division at Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris, eight players advanced to the final tournament on July 11. Players Nemo, Laggia, and mi2ha4 are among the finalists. The winner will take home $250,000. The players reflected on their performances and the tournament's unique group format.
The Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris saw the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves division cut from 16 to 8 players on July 10. Among those advancing were Nemo, Laggia, and mi2ha4. Nemo, who plays for Saishunkan Sol Kumamoto, said he was confident and satisfied with his performance, though he regretted a loss to SHADOW X. Laggia, of REJECT, said the tournament's group format felt fresh compared to bracket systems, and that the initial draw is important. The final eight will compete on July 11 for the $250,000 prize.
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