FC Pro 26 Open Cups Playoffs: Asia South Qualifiers Complete

With all three FC Pro 26 Open Cup regional qualifiers now completed, the Asia South rankings have confirmed the players advancing to the Play-Ins. Among them are two Indian competitors, both earning their spot through consistent performances across the Open Cups.

These Play-Ins will determine who qualifies for the FC Pro 26 World Championship, which carries a massive $1 million prize pool.

GodLike Charanjot Finishes 1st in Asia South

GodLike Charanjot secures 1st place in the Asia South rankings, continuing his reputation as one of India’s most accomplished EA FC competitors.

The last time Charanjot qualified for the Play-Ins, he went on to reach the FC 24 World Championship, proving he can perform on the biggest stage. With strong form once again, the question now is whether he can repeat that historic run in FC Pro 26.

Aditya “Floppypenguin23” Chadha Returns to the Spotlight

Finishing 2nd, (Floppypenguin23) Aditya Chadha hasn’t featured on the main stage since the FIFA 22 Team of the Year Cup and has quietly continued to put in the work over the years, and his strong performances across the Open Cups have now paid off. A free agent heading into the Play-Ins, his consistency and form will surely catch the attention of organisations.

What’s Next: FC Pro 26 Play-Ins

Both Indian players will now compete in the FC Pro 26 Play-Ins, where they’ll battle for a limited number of spots at the World Championship.

While the official dates and prize pool haven’t been announced yet, expectations point towards:

• Prize Pool: ~$250,000
• Dates: Between 10–20 July 2026

Location: Riyadh, as part of the Esports World Cup