GIANTX will face FNATIC in a match as part of VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1. Let's evaluate the form of both teams and predict the winner of this match.

Current Team Form

GIANTX had a weak start to the season, finishing only 7th–8th at the VCT 2025: EMEA Kickoff, and they continue to show inconsistent results. During the group stage of VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1, GIANTX lost all three matches. Additionally, on April 16, the team made two roster changes.

FNATIC, on the other hand, started the season more confidently — securing 5th–6th place at Kickoff and showcasing excellent form in the group stage with three wins in three matches. FNATIC manage to win even against strong opponents, demonstrating flexibility and consistent firepower.

Team Map Pool

Predicted Map Draft:

• GIANTX Ban: Icebox — the team has never played this map and consistently excludes it.
• FNATIC Ban: Pearl — FNATIC's traditional first ban, despite winning on it in one match.
• GIANTX Pick: Fracture — positive stats of 2:1, one of their most successful maps.
• FNATIC Pick: Lotus — a map with a 100% win rate (2:0), where GIANTX has weak stats (1:3).
• GIANTX Ban: Ascent — never played, possibly not prepared for this map.
• FNATIC Ban: Split — despite a 2:2 record, they might prefer to remove a map where GIANTX has more practice.
• Decider: Haven — both teams frequently play this map, FNATIC appears stronger here (2:0), but GIANTX also knows how to play on it (1:1).

Head-to-Head

The only encounter between GIANTX and FNATIC took place in VCT 2024: EMEA Stage 1, where FNATIC emerged stronger. Since then, FNATIC has remained among the elite of the European scene, while GIANTX continues to struggle for consistency.

Match Prediction

Considering the form of the teams and their performances this season, FNATIC appears to be the clear favorite. They have confidently faced strong opponents and demonstrate a deep map pool, adaptability, and stability. Meanwhile, GIANTX has yet to find their stride, especially in matches against strong teams.

Prediction: FNATIC wins 2:0.

VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1 runs from March 26 to May 18. During the event, teams compete for three slots at the VCT 2025: Masters Toronto and Points needed for further qualification to VALORANT Champions. Find out more about the match schedule and tournament results by following this link.