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The LEC Summer 2025 Playoffs are finally here, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Eight teams are left standing, but only three will make it through to League of Legends Worlds 2025. On top of that, two finalists will get the chance to fight it out in front of a live Madrid crowd, making every series from this point a must-win moment.

After weeks of group stage battles, the bracket is locked in and ready to deliver the drama. From powerhouse squads like G2 Esports and Fnatic, to underdogs like Team Heretics and Team BDS, the road to Madrid looks unpredictable, intense, and packed with storylines.

LEC Summer 2025 Playoffs Format

The Playoffs open with the Cross Play Decider matches, where third and fourth-placed teams from the group stage clash in best-of-fives for survival. The winners move forward to challenge upper-bracket teams, while the losers are sent home. G2 Esports, Fnatic, Movistar KOI and Karmine Corp all locked in top seeds, meaning they have the luxury of a safety net. For everyone else, it’s win or bust.

Matchups to Watch (With Dates and Times)

Team Heretics vs Team Vitality

📅 Friday, 5 September – 17:00 CEST
Heretics barely scraped into the bracket with just one win, showing flashes of aggression but struggling to close games. Vitality, meanwhile, were steadier but still far from flawless, leaning heavily on their bot lane duo Carzzy and Comp. With elimination on the line, this could be a full five-game slugfest decided by nerves and adaptability.

GIANTX vs Team BDS

📅 Saturday, 6 September – 17:00 CEST
GIANTX finished strong, pulling off a clean win over NAVI to seal their spot. Expect them to stick to their methodical style, pushing through bot lane priority. BDS, on the other hand, have been shaky but creative — their drafts often surprise, but execution remains inconsistent. This is the ultimate test of whether BDS can find rhythm in a best-of-five environment.

G2 Esports vs Karmine Corp

📅 Sunday, 7 September – 17:00 CEST
The kings are back. G2 were the only team to go undefeated in groups, showing the clinical playstyle that made them a favourite heading into Summer. Karmine Corp aren’t to be underestimated though — their skirmish-heavy style and individual talent mean they can punish even the smallest mistakes. Still, G2’s discipline and momentum make them the heavy favourites here.

Movistar KOI vs Fnatic

📅 Monday, 8 September – 17:00 CEST
This clash is as even as it gets. Movistar KOI topped their group with only one stumble, while Fnatic cruised past everyone except G2. Both teams thrive in structured fights, and this series will likely come down to endurance and drafting flexibility. Neither side will want to drop early into the lower bracket, so expect a tense back-and-forth.

The Road to Madrid and Worlds

The Playoffs run all the way to 14 September, with the Split Final set to decide who claims the LEC Summer 2025 crown. More importantly, three teams will punch their tickets to Worlds 2025. With fan favourites, rising underdogs, and old rivals all in the mix, this is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable LEC Playoffs yet.

Fans can catch every match live on the official LEC Twitch and YouTube channels.