Luana Mattos makes history by winning the Candy Crush All Stars World Cup and pockets a prize of R$ 2.5 million

Luana Mattos, a young 21-year-old student from Bahia, made her name in the history of electronic games for mobile devices by winning Candy Crush All Stars 2026. This is the most important competitive tournament for the famous cell phone game, where the Brazilian beat participants from different nations in the grand final in London, England, and won a prize of US$500,000, equivalent to approximately R$2.5 million at the current price.

In addition to the amount of money, the Brazilian champion was awarded a unique ring, designed exclusively for the winner of the competition. Created by the jewelry company Icebox, the luxurious piece incorporates elements of well-known sweets from the Candy Crush universe, being adorned with precious stones such as blue and pink sapphires, rubies and emeralds.

Luana’s path to consecration began well before the final face-to-face stage in the English capital. The participant participated in the knockout stages remotely, going through an extensive virtual battle that involved millions of game enthusiasts from more than 25 nations.

After the rigorous selection process, only ten competitors obtained a place in the decisive competition. In London, the Brazilian faced talents from the United States, Germany, Spain and Portugal, surpassing them to secure a prominent position.

The realization of a childhood dream for Luana Mattos

During an interview with Variety magazine, Luana shared that competing in an event of this magnitude was an aspiration she had since her early years.

“I had a very fertile imagination. I dreamed of participating in in-person tournaments, I visualized a narrator commenting on my moves, the setting, the opponents. The existence of Candy Crush All Stars and my participation in it seem to have sprung directly from my mind. I have the feeling of honoring a younger version of myself, literally fulfilling her desires”, he declared to the publication.

Essential family support on the champion’s journey

Even though she competes alone, Luana insists on attributing part of the glory of her victory to her relatives. According to his words, his parents’ assistance was crucial throughout the most challenging phases of the competition.