On May 18, 2025, at 16:00 UTC, fnatic will face off against Team Heretics in the grand final of the VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1 Playoffs. This best-of-5 series promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams have shown remarkable performances throughout the tournament. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. For more details about the match, visit here.

Current form of the teams

Fnatic has been showcasing strong form recently, currently enjoying a three-match win streak. Ranked among the top teams globally, fnatic has demonstrated a consistent win rate of 76% overall. Over the past year, their win rate stands at 68%, with a slight dip to 67% over the last six months. However, they have bounced back with a 75% win rate in the recent month. Their recent earnings over the last six months amount to $3,000, positioning them at 105th in the earnings ranking.

In their last five matches, fnatic has secured four wins, including their most recent victory against Team Heretics, where they won 2-0 in the upper bracket final. They also defeated Team Liquid 2-1 and swept FUT Esports 2-0. Their only recent loss came against Team Heretics in the group stage on May 2, 2025. For a detailed view of their past matches, you can explore their match history.

On the other hand, Team Heretics has been equally impressive, with a current win streak of one match. They boast a higher recent win rate of 80% over the last month and 71% over the past six months. Their overall win rate stands at 57%, with a strong showing over the past year at 72%. Team Heretics also earned $3,000 in the last six months, ranking them 99th in earnings.

Team Heretics recently triumphed over Team Liquid with a decisive 3-0 victory in the lower bracket final. Prior to that, they suffered a loss against fnatic but had previously defeated BBL Esports 2-0 and fnatic 2-0 in the group stage. Their consistent performances against top-tier teams underline their competitive edge. For more insights into their recent matches, visit Team Heretics’ page.

Head-to-Head

In their recent encounters, fnatic and Team Heretics have been competitive, with Team Heretics holding a slight advantage. In their last five head-to-head matches, Team Heretics has won three times, including a 2-0 victory on May 2, 2025. However, fnatic emerged victorious in their most recent clash on May 16, 2025, with a 2-0 scoreline. Historically, Team Heretics has a 57% win rate against fnatic, indicating a slight edge in this matchup. You can check their past encounters here.

Prediction

Based on the current form and historical data, Team Heretics is slightly favored to win this matchup. Their recent performances, particularly their 80% win rate over the last month, suggest they are in peak form. Although fnatic has been strong, Team Heretics’ ability to adapt and overcome challenges makes them the likely victors in this best-of-5 series. 

Prediction: Fnatic 1:3 Team Heretics

FNATIC (2.00) vs. Heretics (1.72) — May 18, 2025, 16:00 UTC.

Odds are taken from Stake and are current at the time of publication.

VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1 takes place from March 26 to May 18 in Germany, featuring a prize pool that attracts top-tier competition. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the official tournament page.