As the Quarterfinals of EWC 2025 for League of Legends are about to kick off, all eyes are on the thrilling matchups. Based on recent performance, head-to-head history, and the matchup dynamics, the following four teams have the greatest chance of advancing to the Semifinals:
Gen.G: The Most Promising Contender
There is no debate; Gen.G is currently the strongest team. Their unbeaten status and MSI 2025 championship have proven their overwhelming strength. Their likely Quarterfinal opponent is FlyQuest. The LTA representative has shown impressive performances at MSI 2025. Their opponent will be FURIA, also from LTA (South America).
Despite impressive showings at MSI, both teams are unlikely to create surprises against a Gen.G that is at the peak of performance and stability.
The ticket to the Semifinals is almost in Gen.G’s hands, assuming the players maintain their current form.
T1: A Necessary Warm-up
As the MSI 2025 runner-up, T1 has demonstrated resilience and relentless competitiveness, especially in their encounters with Gen.G. All their members are in good form and their extensive experience is a significant advantage. Their opponent will be MKOI, and this is a name that is hard to defeat T1 at this moment.
However, both teams, especially CFO, can completely serve as a necessary warm-up for T1 to “warm up” for the important matches in the Quarterfinals.
Anyone’s Legends (AG.AL): Anticipating the Most Exciting Matchup of the Quarterfinals
Even though they are the number one seed from LPL, AL is considered by many to be the dark horse of MSI 2025 as this is only the first time this team has participated in Riot’s second-largest international tournament. AL has performed impressively and their next opponent will be HLE – the reigning First Stand 2025 champions. Their ability to challenge both T1 and Gen.G has shown AL’s enormous potential. Moreover, AL will also be the first team in LPL history to face the top 3 strongest teams from LCK within just over a week.
G2: “The Unfortunate Ones” Meet
Despite an unsatisfactory MSI 2025, G2 stands before a significant opportunity to regain form at EWC 2025. Their Quarterfinal opponent is BLG, a team also facing serious performance and internal issues. BLG was eliminated early at MSI with a string of defeats. This is a golden opportunity for G2 to showcase their class and experience, to overcome BLG and partially restore faith for LEC’s last hope.