Riot Games has released its plan for its 2026 EMEA Regional Leagues (ERLs), confirming that all 13 League of Legends competitions will return under the same three-split structure.
The ERLs will again serve as the main pathway for players to develop and progress into the LEC, with a full calendar that connects regional play to cross-league competition.
One of the major changes coming in 2026 is the removal of the unified Locally Trained Representative (LTR) mandate.
Historically, all ERL rosters were required to field at least two local players. Riot Games softened the rule in 2025 by allowing certain leagues to adjust limits.