Team Liquid has made an exciting return to the Apex Legends scene, joining forces with gaming giant Alienware to re-enter the competitive battlefield. Reviving their participation in the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS), Team Liquid has taken a bold step by signing the talented roster of ZZ. This team is set to showcase its skills at the highly anticipated 2026 ALGS Championship.
The Rise of Team Liquid in Apex Legends
Originally operating under the name ZZ, the team had an impressive run in the 2025 Split 2 Pro League Americas, securing a runner-up finish among 30 competitive squads. Now, with Team Liquid’s backing, they aim to climb to even greater heights.
The players representing Team Liquid Alienware include Rhys ‘Zer0’ Perry, Nochilas ‘Sikezz’ Odom, and Nicholas ‘Fuhhnq’ Wall. Adding strategic depth to the lineup, Winnie ’tiltedwinnie’ Long takes on the role of coach, bringing experience from previous stints with organizations like NRG.
Fans can see the new roster in action at the upcoming ALGS 2026 Championship, taking place from January 15th to 18th, 2026.
Team Liquid Heads to the Championship
The highly anticipated ALGS 2026 Championship is set to unfold in Sapporo, Japan, from January 15th to 18th, 2026. This event marks the pinnacle of Year 5 in the competitive series before launching into the next season. With a substantial prize pool of $2 million (~£1.52m) up for grabs, 40 teams from across the globe will clash for supremacy. Team Liquid will face off against renowned names like Team Falcons, TSM, Alliance, Gen.G Esports, and others in this thrilling tournament.