The 2026 esports season features major events including the Call of Duty League (CDL) Championship and Major 1 tournaments. The CDL Championship 2026 will be hosted at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas from July 16-19, marking the second time the event returns to Las Vegas, with tickets now on sale through pre-sale and public sale channels. The arena, with a capacity of 10,000-12,000, has previously hosted Evo 2022 and is connected to Mandalay Bay Resort. FaZe Vegas, formerly Atlanta FaZe, will operate the event for the first time, emphasizing its significance. The tournament will feature the top eight teams in a double-elimination format, with notable teams like New York Subliners and Toronto Ultra competing. Meanwhile, the CDL Major 1 2026 opened with surprising results, with G2 Minnesota defeating FaZe Vegas and Paris Gentle Mates continuing strong form after online qualifiers, defeating Toronto KOI. G2 Minnesota's upset over FaZe Vegas was particularly notable, as they swept the reigning champions OpTic Texas in the upper bracket. The event continues with matches scheduled for January 30th, with teams like Los Angeles Thieves and Boston Breach vying for progression. The season roadmap includes events across the U.S. and Europe, with a focus on expanding esports engagement and viewership. Overall, the 2026 season promises high-stakes competition and strategic developments in the esports landscape.