The "English Language Patch" is actually a replacement of the war3xlocal.mpq (the expansion language file) and war3patch.mpq (which contains balance data plus English tooltips). You need version-specific English files for 1.26.

For millions of real-time strategy (RTS) fans, Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne is not just a game; it is a cornerstone of modern esports and the birthplace of genres like the Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA). However, as operating systems evolved and Blizzard Entertainment moved on to Warcraft III: Reforged , the classic version—specifically patch 1.26 —remained a gold standard for private servers, legacy tournaments, and modding communities.