LEC Versus 2026: Fnatic Defeat GIANTX To Reach A 3-2 Record

The penultimate match of the day took place between Fnatic and GIANTX. Prior to this game, GIANTX held a solid 3-1 record, while Fnatic sat in the middle of the standings at 2-2. Despite this, Fnatic appeared stronger on paper for this matchup. Let's see how the game unfolded.

Game 1 Picks:

• Fnatic: Rumble, Xin Zhao, Azir, Yunara, Alistar
• GIANTX: K`Sante, Nocturne, Orianna, Aphelios, Lulu

The game began without much action or major events on the map, which generally suited Fnatic's composition. They drafted a very straightforward and easy-to-execute pick. By the 7th minute, Fnatic found a favorable skirmish in the enemy's top jungle, allowing them to seize a small lead of 1,000 gold.

The first significant teamfights only started after the 16th minute. Both teams became much more active as the laning phase ended, moving as a unit to hunt for opponents. Fnatic looked very strong during this stage, successfully executing their composition and winning several fights, which helped them grow their lead. The core idea behind the GIANTX draft was the Nocturne and Orianna combo, but unfortunately for them, they were never able to pull it off effectively.

Capitalizing on their advantage, Fnatic secured the Baron and pushed into the top lane. There, they found an excellent engagement that allowed them to finish the game. A confident performance from Fnatic brings them to a 3-2 record. Despite the loss, GIANTX also currently sit at 3-2.

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. The Regular Season will be held in a Bo1 format where every team faces each other. In total, teams will play 11 matches each, and those with the best results will advance to the playoffs.