Nongshim RedForce Dominate NRG 2–0 to Reach the Grand Final at VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026
5The match between Nongshim RedForce and NRG in the Upper Bracket of VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 ended with a 2–0 victory for NS RedForce. The Korean squad controlled the series and secured their spot in the grand final of the tournament, while NRG was sent to the lower bracket to continue their run.
Map scores:
- Bind — 13:9 Nongshim RedForce
- Abyss — 13:11 Nongshim RedForce
The series opened on Bind, where NS RedForce dictated the pace early and maintained consistent control throughout the map. Strong individual plays and coordinated execution allowed the Pacific team to build a steady lead. Despite a few late attempts from NRG to mount a comeback, RedForce closed the map 13:9 to take an early lead in the series.
On Abyss, the second map saw a tighter battle. NRG pushed back with smart defensive holds and traded rounds efficiently, keeping the map competitive through most of the game. However, RedForce’s pressure in key mid‑round engagements and clutch round wins in the later stages helped them edge out the map 13:11, sealing the series without needing a decider.
The VALORANT Champions Tour 2026 Masters Santiago is a global tournament organized by Riot Games. It features 12 of the top international teams that qualified through regional leagues and stages, competing for a $1,000,000 prize pool at Espacio Riesco in Santiago, Chile.
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