LYON recover against LOS to secure Worlds quarterfinal berth

LYON recover against LOS to secure Worlds quarterfinal berth

LYON defeated LOS 2–1 in the final Swiss qualification round at Worlds 2026, recovering from an opening-game loss to preserve North America’s presence in the knockout stage.

LYON advanced with a 3–2 record, while LOS finished 2–3, falling one series short of completing their recovery from an 0–2 start.

LOS move within one game of qualification

LOS won the opener in 35:06, finishing 11–8 in kills and 8–1 in towers. They secured both Barons and established an approximately 7,900-gold advantage by the finish.

That result put LYON ON the brink of elimination after their previous qualification opportunities had ended in defeats to Generation Gaming and Invictus Gaming .

Berserker helps Force the decider

LYON survived a 47:06 second game despite finishing approximately 3,100 gold behind and level at 9–9 in kills.

Berserker ’s Yunara contributed 6/2/1, approximately 33,000 champion Damage and 530 CS . LYON destroyed ten towers and two inhibitors to keep the series Alive .

Deathless top-jungle pairing closes the Comeback

The deciding game ended 17–7 in LYON’s favor after 36:42.

Berserker delivered 8/3/6 ON Lucian, dealing approximately 43, 300 champion Damage , while Dhokla and Inspired both finished without a Death . Saint added 4/4/7 ON Taliyah.

The victory secured LYON’s quarterfinal appearance after two unsuccessful attempts to qualify. LOS ’ Run ended after consecutive elimination-series victories over Team Secret Whales and Team Liquid had brought Brazil back into contention.