The League of Legends (LoL) European Championship (LEC) is one of the most popular esports leagues in the world, attracting millions of viewers every year. And this summer, the excitement is set to reach a new level as the LEC Summer 2021 playoffs kick off. In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at the schedule, results, qualified teams and where you can watch the action unfold.
Schedule
The LEC Summer 2021 playoffs will run from June 18th to July 18th, with a total of 6 weeks of intense competition. The first week will feature the Top 6 teams from both groups, with each team playing against one another in a round-robin format. The second and third weeks will see the Top 4 teams from each group battle it out for a spot in the semifinals.
In the semifinals, the top two teams from each group will face off in a best-of-five series, with the winner advancing to the grand finals. The grand finals will be a best-of-five series as well, with the winning team taking home the championship and a share of the $1 million prize pool.
Results
The LEC Summer 2021 playoffs will feature some of the biggest names in esports, including G2 Esports, Fnatic, SK Gaming and Origen. These teams have been consistently among the best in Europe over the past few seasons, and it’s no surprise to see them back at the top once again.
G2 Esports, one of the most successful teams in LoL history, has dominated the LEC for the past two years, winning back-to-back championships in 2019 and 2020. Fnatic, another powerhouse team from France, have also been among the best in Europe over the past few seasons and will be looking to challenge G2 Esports for supremacy.
SK Gaming, a team from Germany, have had some ups and downs in recent years but are always a threat in any competition. Origen, another strong team from France, have been consistent contenders in the LEC and will be looking to make a statement this summer.
Qualified Teams
The LEC Summer 2021 playoffs will feature a total of 8 teams, with the Top 4 teams from each group qualifying automatically. In addition to the automatic qualifiers, two wildcard spots were also available, which were decided through a series of tiebreakers and elimination matches.
The Top 4 teams from each group, based on their regular season performance, are:
Group A: G2 Esports, Fnatic, Schalke 04 Esports, Rogue
Group B: SK Gaming, Origen, Flamengo Gaming, MAD Lions
The two wildcard spots were decided through a series of tiebreakers and elimination matches. The first wildcard spot went to MAD Lions, while the second wildcard spot went to KCS Afreeca Freecs, who defeated Fnatic in a best-of-five series to earn their place in the playoffs.
Where to Watch
If you’re looking to catch all the action of the LEC Summer 2021 playoffs, there are plenty of options available. The official LEC website offers live streaming coverage of every match, while platforms like Twitch and YouTube Gaming also carry the action live. In addition, many teams have their own official streaming channels where you can catch exclusive content and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the world of esports.
The LEC Summer 2021 playoffs promise to be one of the most exciting events in the world of esports this year, with some of the best teams in Europe competing for the ultimate prize. With so much at stake, every match is a must-watch, and we can’t wait to see which team will come out on top.