Three days have passed since the start of the VCT 2025: Americas Kickoff. Today's match between Sentinels and 100 Thieves ended in SEN favor with a 2-1 scoreline, just as predicted by the bo3 forecast. LOUD also did not disappoint their fans, securing another victory with a 2-0 win against KRÜ Esports.

LOUD vs. KRÜ Esports

The opening match of the day featured LOUD and KRÜ Esports. Despite the loss of Saadhak, LOUD continues to impress early in the season. Under the leadership of their new IGL, v1nNy, the team secured two consecutive wins, earning a spot in the upper bracket semifinals.

The first map was arguably one of the quickest matches in this Kickoff. LOUD swiftly overpowered KRÜ and proceeded to the second map. While the second game was more competitive, the Argentine club couldn't hold their ground, resulting in a 2-0 victory for LOUD.

Sentinels vs. 100 Thieves

As predicted by our forecasts, Sentinels triumphed with a 2-1 score. The team is considered a tournament favorite, thanks to its star-studded lineup featuring N4RRATE, johnqt, and Zellsis. Despite encountering some challenges during the match, Sentinels proved their worth and secured their quarterfinal slot.

About VCT 2025: Americas Kickoff

The VCT 2025: Americas Kickoff is taking place from January 16 to February 8 as an offline event at the VCT Riot Games Arena. Twelve partnered teams from the VCT program are competing for two invitations to the Masters Bangkok and valuable Americas Points, crucial for qualifying for the World Championship.