Although it was not a top-tier showdown, the match between LNG Esports and Suning Gaming held a special significance for fans of both teams, as it marked the reunion of two very close teammates: SofM and Flandre. It was also SofM’s first match against his former team on the LPL stage.
SofM’s return was filled with joy as he and his new teammates celebrated Suning Gaming’s overall victory with a score of 2-1. The match became even more dramatic when SofM himself delivered the final blow to LNG Esports after a spectacular Baron steal in the third game.
After two games where they had significant advantages but failed to capitalize on them, SofM’s SN entered the third game after a disappointing loss in game two. Throughout the three matches, SN consistently demonstrated better laning skills, leading significantly in gold and turrets.
On the other hand, LNG showcased more beautiful and effective skirmishes, leading to a fiercely contested match. LNG’s hopes were completely extinguished by SofM’s Baron steal in the 31st minute of the third game.
This victory helped SofM’s Suning Gaming officially secure a spot in the playoffs race, ranking 8th, just behind LNG, with the same record of 4 wins and 3 losses but trailing in game differential.