VCT EMEA Stage 2 2025 Grand Finals
The VCT EMEA Stage 2 reached its final showdown at the Riot Games Arena in Berlin, where Team Liquid and GIANTX faced off for the regional crown. Both teams entered the grand final with strong performances behind them, each looking to secure the championship and carry momentum into the upcoming global event in Paris.
As the last best-of-five series in Europe for this stage, the match carried high stakes and intense pressure. With only one team able to claim the title, the clash between Liquid and GIANTX stood as a decisive moment that would shape their path heading into Champions.
How to watch the event
Fans can follow the matches through the official broadcasts on Twitch and YouTube.
- Twitch: Live streams with interactive chat
- YouTube: Full matches and replays
| Platform | Access Type |
|---|---|
| Twitch | Live coverage |
| YouTube | On-demand |
Maps
The series featured five possible battlegrounds, though only three were needed.
| Map | Result |
|---|---|
| Bind | TL 13 – 10 GX |
| Lotus | TL 13 – 9 GX |
| Sunset | TL 13 – 10 GX |
| Ascent | Not played |
| Corrode | Not played |
Agents
Both teams relied on a mix of controllers, duelists, and initiators, with each player maintaining consistent choices across the series. Team Liquid leaned heavily on Viper, Skye, and Raze, while also rotating in Omen and Yoru. GIANTX opted for a structured setup with Cypher, Astra, and Omen, adding variety through Neon, Fade, and Sova.
| Team Liquid | Agents Used | GIANTX | Agents Used |
|---|---|---|---|
| nAts | Viper, Cypher, Deadlock | westside | Cypher |
| paTITek | Skye, Omen | Grubinho | Astra, Omen |
| kamo | Raze, Yoru | ara | Raze, Neon |
| keiko | Brimstone, Raze | Cloud | Gekko, Fade, Sova |
| trexx | Gekko, Fade, Raze | Flickless | Viper, Breach |
Team Liquid x GIANTX at the VCT EMEA Stage 2: Match Recaps
Map One: Bind
GIANTX started the series with determination, showing they would not be pushed aside easily. They kept pace with Team Liquid throughout the first half, trading rounds and applying pressure. However, Liquid’s ability to adapt in key moments gave them the edge. A late surge sealed the map 13–10 in Liquid’s favor.
Key Notes:
- Scoreline: 13–10 Team Liquid
- GIANTX opened strong but struggled to close critical rounds
- Liquid maintained composure under pressure
Map Two: Lotus
GIANTX tried to recover momentum after the first map and managed a stretch of five consecutive rounds thanks to clutch plays from ara and Grubinho. Despite this, Liquid’s response in the second half was decisive. Their coordination and mid-round adjustments turned the tide, and they wrapped up the map 13–9.
Round Flow Table:
| Half | GIANTX Rounds | Team Liquid Rounds |
|---|---|---|
| First Half | 5 | 7 |
| Second Half | 4 | 6 |
Map Three: Sunset
The third map began evenly with both sides exchanging rounds. As the match progressed, Liquid’s consistency began to show, highlighted by standout plays from paTITek and keiko. They locked down four consecutive rounds in the closing stages, finishing the map and series convincingly.
Final Details:
- Scoreline: 13–10 Team Liquid
- paTITek and keiko delivered crucial clutches
- nAts named MVP for the tournament run
