The match between Team Liquid and Fnatic is scheduled for August 8, 2025, at 20:00 CEST. This best-of-three series will take place as part of the group stage of VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 2. We have analyzed the statistics and current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. You can find more details about the match on the match page.

Current form of the teams

Team Liquid enters this matchup in good form, riding a three-match winning streak. Over the past year, the team has maintained a 60% win rate, with a 55% win rate over the last six months. In that same six-month period, Team Liquid earned $40,000, placing them 17th in the prize money rankings. In their last five matches, they secured victories over Apeks, Natus Vincere, and KOI, suffered a loss to Paper Rex, and defeated MIBR at the VALORANT Masters Toronto 2025. This form indicates a strong position for Team Liquid heading into this matchup.

Fnatic, in turn, is showing confident form, currently on a three-match winning streak with an overall win rate of 76%. Over the past six months — as well as in the last month — the team has maintained a steady 83% win rate, indicating consistent top-level performance. In the same six-month period, Fnatic earned $430,000, placing them 3rd in the prize money rankings. Their recent victories include matches against Natus Vincere, KOI, and Karmine Corp. Additionally, Fnatic reached the grand final of the Esports World Cup 2025, narrowly losing to Team Heretics. This form and level of earnings highlight Fnatic’s status as a serious contender in this matchup.

Head-to-Head

In previous head-to-head encounters, fnatic has held a significant advantage over Team Liquid. Out of their last five matches, fnatic has won four, giving them an 83% success rate in this matchup. Their most recent meeting, which took place on May 10, 2025, ended with a 2:1 victory for fnatic. Historically, fnatic has demonstrated a strong edge in map selection and strategic depth, often setting the pace and controlling the flow of the game against Team Liquid. This dominance in past matches is likely to play an important role in the upcoming clash as well.

Match Prediction

Based on the analysis of both teams’ current form, historical head-to-head performance, and win probabilities, fnatic is favored to win this matchup with a predicted score of 2:0. fnatic’s consistent performance, superior win rates, and recent earnings indicate they are in a strong position to continue their dominance over Team Liquid. While Team Liquid has shown improvement, fnatic’s track record and strategic prowess give them the edge in this best-of-3 series.

Prediction: Team Liquid 0:2 Fnatic

VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 2 takes place from July 16 to August 31 in Germany, with a prize pool of $250,000 and 2 slot at Champions 2025. You can follow the news, schedule, and tournament results here.