LEC Versus 2026: Fnatic win their first match of the season against Los Ratones

LEC Versus kicked off with a match between Los Ratones, an invited team, and Fnatic, the veterans of the LEC league. This was an incredibly interesting choice for the opening of the first LEC Versus, so let’s take a look at how it went.

Game 1 Picks:

• Los Ratones: Kled, Jarvan IV, Ryze, Corki, Braum
• Fnatic: Ambessa, Vi, Taliyah, Yunara, Alistar

The game started very evenly, with both teams feeling each other out and avoiding excessive aggression. The first successful map rotations began closer to the 10-minute mark. However, the game shifted dramatically at the 22-minute mark following a fight in the river, where Fnatic were quicker in their decision-making and grouped up faster. This allowed them to take the fight with a numbers advantage, resulting in 3 easy kills and Baron.

After this, utilizing the Baron buff, they began pushing the lanes and taking down towers. They managed to build a lead of over 5,000 gold. Unfortunately for Los Ratones and their fans, the team couldn't find a counterplay, and Fnatic snowballed to the finish, ending their first match day with a victory.

This year, the LEC Versus 2026 does not provide a cash prize for winning the tournament. Instead, teams are competing for the opportunity to qualify for the international tournament, First Stand 2026.