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Street Fighter League World Championship 2026: Schedule and Capcom Pro Tour Overview
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The competitive landscape for Street Fighter 6 continues to expand, with the Street Fighter League (SFL) World Championship 2026 standing as a major highlight. Players and fans alike are gearing up for a season packed with high-stakes battles, significant prize pools, and the ultimate pursuit of the Capcom Cup 13 title. The SFL World Championship itself promises to be a spectacle, set in a historic venue with an impressive reward for its victor.
This year's SFL World Championship is not just an isolated event; it's intricately woven into the fabric of the broader Capcom Pro Tour (CPT) 2026 season. Understanding the full CPT calendar provides essential context for how players qualify, compete, and ultimately reach the pinnacle of professional Street Fighter competition.
The Road to Ryogoku Kokugikan: SFL World Championship 2026
The Street Fighter League World Championship 2026 is confirmed to take place at the iconic Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena. This prestigious venue will host the culmination of intense team-based competition, where the world's best SFL teams will clash for supremacy. Adding to the excitement, the prize pool for the SFL World Championship 2026 has been significantly increased, doubling to an impressive $400,000. The winner of this championship will also secure a coveted invitation to the grand finale of the CPT 2026 season, Capcom Cup 13.
Street Fighter League: Pro-JP 2026
As a foundational element leading into the World Championship, the Street Fighter League: Pro-JP 2026 marks the 9th season of professional Japanese Street Fighter team competition. This regional league is a crucial proving ground, showcasing top-tier talent and setting the stage for international competition.
Capcom Pro Tour 2026: Key Dates and Major Events
The CPT 2026 season launched earlier in the year, setting in motion a series of global tournaments that will determine who earns a spot at Capcom Cup 13. Competitors from around the world will vie for CPT Points and direct qualifications through various premier events. Here's a look at some of the significant events on the Capcom Pro Tour 2026 calendar, including the highly anticipated Esports World Cup:
| Event | Dates | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVO Japan 2026 | May 1, 2026 | Japan | CPT 2026 Season Kick-off |
| COMBO BREAKER | May 22-24, 2026 | USA | Major CPT Qualifier |
| EVO Las Vegas | June 26-28, 2026 | Las Vegas, USA | Major CPT Qualifier |
| EWC Last Chance Qualifier | July 24-26, 2026 | Paris, France | Qualifier for Esports World Cup SF6 event |
| Esports World Cup 2026 (Street Fighter 6) | July 29 - August 1, 2026 | Paris, France | Part of the broader Esports World Cup (July 6 - August 23, Riyadh), features a $1,000,000 SF6 prize pool |
| Street Fighter 6 World Warrior Circuit | June - December 2026 | Global | Sends players to Capcom Cup 13 |
| SFL World Championship 2026 | TBD (within CPT season) | Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena | $400,000 prize pool, winner invited to Capcom Cup 13 |
| Capcom Cup 13 | March 2027 | Tokyo, Japan | Grand Finale of CPT 2026 Season |
The Esports World Cup 2026, a massive multi-title event, will feature a dedicated Street Fighter 6 tournament in Paris from July 29 to August 1, 2026, preceded by an EWC Last Chance Qualifier from July 24-26. This event alone carries a substantial $1,000,000 prize pool for Street Fighter 6 competitors, making it a critical stop on the CPT circuit.
Beyond these tentpole tournaments, the Street Fighter 6 World Warrior circuit will run consistently from June through December 2026. This circuit is designed to identify regional champions who will then advance to the ultimate showdown. All roads lead to Capcom Cup 13, which is scheduled for March 2027 in Tokyo, Japan, where the season's champions will battle for the prestigious title.
Which of these major Street Fighter events are you most looking forward to following this year?