You will see twelve teams compete at VALORANT Masters London from June 6 to June 21, 2026. As the second international event of the VCT season, it brings together the top three squads from each region, with regional winners advancing directly to the Playoffs.
You can expect high-level matches as teams fight for a $1,000,000 prize pool and crucial VCT Points that impact qualification for VALORANT Champions Shanghai. By the end of the event, only two teams will reach the Grand Final and play for the title on the international stage.
VCT China
China locks in its Masters London teams earlier than other regions because its Stage 1 schedule finishes first. You already know the first two squads heading to London, and both earned their spots through decisive playoff runs.
At Masters Santiago earlier this season, China’s representatives exited in 11th–12th place. You now watch them return with another chance to improve their international results.
Xi Lai Gaming (XLG)
Xi Lai Gaming claimed the region’s first Masters London berth by sweeping JDG Esports, including a 13–0 map that underlined their control. You see a roster that moved through Stage 1 without dropping a single match.
Active Roster
- Huang “WsLeo” Pinwei
- Liang “Lysoar” Youhao
- James “NoMan” Man
- Arthur “Rarga” Churyumov
- Deng “happywei” Minwei
Coaching Staff
- Aleksandr “hvoya” Eremin – Head Coach
- Dmitry “steady” Prutkov – Assistant Coach
XLG now advance to the regional final, where the winner secures the top seed and a direct slot in the Masters playoff stage. You can expect structured executes and consistent map control based on their domestic form.
EDward Gaming (EDG)
EDward Gaming secured the second Chinese ticket after defeating All Gamers, the Kickoff champions, in a clean 2–0 series. You see a composed lineup that handled pressure situations to reach the VCT China Grand Final.
Active Roster
- Wang “nobody” Senxu
- Zheng “ZmjjKK” Yongkang
- Wan “CHICHOO” Shunzhi
- Zhang “Smoggy” Zhao
- Zhang “Jieni7” Juntai
Coaching Staff
- Yoon “Autumn” Eu-teum – Head Coach
- Seol “Indigo” Do-hoon – Assistant Coach
EDG now meet XLG to decide the regional champion and determine who enters Masters London directly in playoffs. You still await the third Chinese qualifier, which will come from All Gamers, TYLOO, JDG Esports, or Dragon Ranger Gaming.
VCT Pacific
You watch the Pacific Stage 1 Playoffs begin on May 7, with multiple teams still fighting for Masters London qualification.
- Masters London slots: 3
- Teams in contention: Several playoff contenders
- Notable contender: Nongshim RedForce (Masters Santiago champion)
You can expect a high-stakes bracket as the region decides which three teams advance to the international stage in June.
VCT EMEA
You move into the EMEA Playoffs on May 7, with several matches still set to shape the regional standings. Teams continue their push toward Masters London, the only international VALORANT event hosted in Europe this season.
- Playoffs start: May 7
- International berth: Masters London
VCT Americas
You are watching the final regional race for Masters London, with the Group Stage still in progress. Every match now shapes the playoff picture and the last available international slots.
So far, FURIA, MIBR, Leviatán, and KRÜ Esports have locked in their playoff berths. They remain in contention for one of the three Americas spots at Masters London.
Evil Geniuses can no longer advance after four straight losses.
You should expect more changes in the coming weeks as the remaining teams fight to secure qualification and finalize the region’s representatives.
