Ukraine's VALORANT national team has concluded its run in the Eastern European qualifier for the Esports Nations Cup 2026. The blue-and-yellow squad had two chances to secure a spot at the tournament, but both attempts ended unsuccessfully.
Ukraine first faced Hungary in the upper bracket. The series ended in a 1-2 defeat (13:9 on Ascent, 11:13 on Split, and 9:13 on Haven).
The team then had another opportunity in the lower bracket against the Czech Republic. However, Ukraine was once again unable to make the final push and suffered another 1-2 loss (9:13 on Sunset, 13:10 on Ascent, and 4:13 on Haven).
As a result, Hungary and the Czech Republic qualified for ENC 2026 from Eastern Europe, while Ukraine fell just one step short of reaching the tournament.
As a reminder, all participants for The International 2026 have been confirmed, with NAVI set to miss the tournament.