Zeph Chosen as League of Legends Coach for French Team at Esports Nations Cup
Quentin “Zeph” Viguié has been named coach of France’s national League of Legends squad for the Esports Nations Cup in November, sources tell Filmogaz.com. The appointment positions Zeph to lead the French team at the Riyadh tournament.
Coaching background
Zeph currently serves as an assistant coach in the LEC. He previously held a head coaching role with LDLC OL in 2022.
He is respected in the French scene for his drafting skills. He has also been a steady presence among top-level French coaches.
Management and roster decisions
Bora “YellOwStaR” Kim has taken the role of National Team Manager. He will organize the national project and set strategic direction.
One of YellOwStaR’s first moves was appointing Zeph as head coach. With managerial support, Zeph will select the squad for the ENC.
AD Carry uncertainty
The AD Carry position remains unresolved. It is a contest between an established veteran and a rising prodigy.
The younger player currently competes at Karmine Corp. In an interview with L’Equipe, they discussed forming a botlane and swapping roles to support.
Tournament overview
The inaugural Esports Nations Cup runs from November 2 to 29 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Organizers aim to make it the largest national-team event in esports history.
Thousands of players from roughly 100 countries will compete across nearly 16 titles. The League of Legends segment is scheduled for November 21 to 29.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event dates | November 2–29, Riyadh |
| LoL tournament | November 21–29 |
| Teams | 32 national teams (16 ranked + 16 qualifiers) |
| Roster deadline | April 26 |
Qualification and format
The League of Legends field will include 16 highest-ranked nations by ENC ranking. Sixteen additional teams will qualify via regional events.
Each nation must submit its roster by April 26. Zeph faces a clear deadline to finalize his selections.
As preparations continue, Zeph’s role as League of Legends coach for the French team adds fresh momentum. Expectations will grow as the November dates approach.
