The New Global Sport Conference Returns to Riyadh October 30 - November 1, Ahead of the Esports Nations Cup 2026

The New Global Sport Conference Returns to Riyadh October 30 - November 1, Ahead of the Esports Nations Cup 2026 details the return of the New Global Sport Conference (NGSC26) in Saudi Arabia. The Esports Foundation announced that NGSC26 will take place at the Sofitel Riyadh Hotel & Convention Centre from October 30 to November 1, 2026, preceding the Esports Nations Cup 2026, which begins on November 2. Tickets are available, and the program will include an invitation-only summit during the Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris, its first international edition outside Saudi Arabia. The conference theme is “Defining Victory,” with a focus on AI, capital, and monetization reshaping competition across gaming, esports, sport, and related industries. NGSC26 will also introduce an invitation-only opening day on October 30 for workshops, networking, and roundtables. The NGSC’s 2025 edition reportedly drew more than 1,500 delegates, including over 500 CEOs, and included participants such as Ubisoft, Amazon, Sony, FIFA, and the Esports Foundation.