On the first day of the 2024 League of Legends World Championship, PSG secured a hard-fought victory against Brazilian representatives Pain Gaming with a score of 2:1. This series provided fans with a true spectacle, from a close first game to PSG’s overwhelming dominance in the second and a controlled snowball in the decisive third game.

Our Predictions and Analysis

We are pleased to note that we accurately predicted all of today’s winners in our earlier analysis, which you can read in our breakdown of Day 1 at Worlds 2024(https://bo3.gg/lol/articles/1st-day-worlds-2024-match-predictions). Our predictions, based on a detailed analysis of team play, strategy, and past results, enable us to provide accurate insights on expected outcomes. Stay tuned to our ongoing coverage and analysis to stay informed on what to expect from the teams in the coming stages of the tournament.

Game 1: Pain Gaming’s Victory Through Objective Control

The first game was incredibly close and intense, even though the final score might not fully reflect that. Pain Gaming showcased an impressive level of gameplay, particularly in their objective control. Their team systematically secured key objectives and won crucial team fights, allowing them to claim victory in the first match.

Pain focused heavily on securing major objectives like Dragons and Baron, which gave them the edge needed to overcome PSG’s resistance in critical moments. Their coordinated teamwork and excellent execution in team fights were key factors in their success on this map.

Game 2: PSG’s Dominating Performance

If the first game was close, the second map saw PSG completely dominate the opposition. After their loss in the first game, PSG regrouped, adjusted their strategy, and immediately gained momentum. Their aggressive gameplay, excellent individual decisions, and flawless laning resulted in a total stomp over Pain Gaming.

PSG’s pressure across the map was relentless, leaving Pain with no room to mount a counterattack. The French team’s advantage was so substantial that Pain couldn’t win a single significant team fight, leading to a quick and convincing victory for PSG.

Game 3: PSG’s Controlled Snowball

The third and final game was the highlight of this tense series. Both teams started cautiously, but PSG soon began to build a steady lead. Their snowball was systematic, driven by great macro decisions, constant lane pressure, and objective control.

Despite Pain Gaming's best efforts to turn the game around, PSG consistently widened their lead. They not only controlled the map but also forced Pain into making errors, further increasing their gold and experience advantage. By the time PSG hit their power spikes, Pain had no answers, and PSG closed out the game to secure the series victory.

What’s Next?

Following this series, Pain Gaming now drop to the lower bracket, where they face a critical elimination match against the Vikings. This is a do-or-die situation for Pain, as any mistake could cost them their place in the tournament. Meanwhile, PSG moves on to the next stage, where they will face an even tougher opponent — Mad Lions, representing Europe.

Mad Lions are known for their strong macro play and polished individual skills, so this match will be a real test for PSG. Fans can expect even more thrilling moments and strategic plays in the upcoming games.

Conclusion

The first day of Worlds 2024 has already delivered plenty of exciting moments and intense battles. PSG earned a well-deserved victory over Pain Gaming, but their journey is far from over — they now face one of Europe’s strongest teams, Mad Lions. Meanwhile, Pain Gaming are left with one last chance in their elimination match against the Vikings, where they will have to fight for their survival in the tournament.

Keep up with all the action at Worlds 2024 and follow our updates for accurate predictions and in-depth analysis of each match.