Disclaimer: Predictions are based on opinion and should not be construed as betting advice. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. Information cited is accurate as of January 15, 2026, and can change at a moment’s notice.

With many roster changes in the offseason, League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) 2026 Versus might prove a bit volatile, adding another layer of excitement. We are on the edge of our virtual seats to see who comes out on top and represents the region at First Stand. 

Rising to the challenge, we have our power rankings and expert LEC 2026 Versus predictions ready to help you decide the top pick.

LEC 2026 Versus Power Rankings

The inaugural LEC Versus event replaces LEC Winter in the 2026 season. It features 10 partner teams and two EMEA Regional League (ERL) teams: Los Ratones & Karmine Corp Blue, competing for a single spot at First Stand 2026.

To create our power rankings, we’ve conducted thorough research examining multiple factors, including recent results from tournaments and the regional league, roster changes, matchup histories, and Global Power Rankings.

To inform our LEC 2026 Versus predictions, we dug deep into the latest LoL betting odds. We use decimal odds (Stake x Odds = Payout), but also provide American odds and the implied probability for your reference.

G2 Esports (#1)

Ranked #1 in the region and #10 globally with a 28–14 record, G2 Esports is our top pick to win LEC 2026 Versus and earn the sole qualification spot at First Stand 2026. 

After finishing in a respectable 5th–8th place at Worlds 2025, G2 didn’t make any roster changes. The lack of player transfers suggests they will continue to improve and remain at the top of the LEC. G2 managed 2nd place at the LEC Winter and Spring events last year, before triumphing at LEC 2025 Summer.

Outright tournament winner odds of 3.00 (+200) indicate that G2 Esports are the bookmakers’ favorite, with an implied probability of 33.33% to lift the trophy.

Karmine Corp (#2)

At the start of 2025, Karmine Corp got off to an incredible start, winning LEC Winter and putting up an impressive performance at the inaugural First Stand, finishing 2nd after losing 3–1 to Hanwha Life Esports. 

With a 26–14 record, Karmine Corp is ranked #3 in the LEC and #19 globally. During the offseason, the refreshed Karmine Corp roster was announced, with midlaner Kang “kyeahoo” Yea-hoo and support Alan “Busio” Cwalina on the starting lineup.

With the Rookie of the Year, French botlaner Caliste “Caliste” Henry-Hennebert, Karmine Corp has a slight edge over Movistar KOI. Bookmakers seem to agree with the sentiment, with odds of 4.00 (+300) indicating a 25.00% chance that Karmine Corp will win LEC 2026 Versus.

Movistar KOI (#3)

It’s nearly a coin flip between Karmine Corp and Movistar KOI, but we gave the former a slight edge due to their star rookie player. However, Movistar KOI should not be underestimated, having clinched 1st place at LEC 2025 Spring and 2nd at LEC 2025 Summer.

With a 24–17 record last year, Movistar KOI is ranked #2 in the LEC and #14 globally. The team also made no roster changes during the offseason, signaling confidence in its current setup.

Odds of 5.00 (+400) indicate there’s a 20.00% chance that Movistar KOI could win LEC 2026 Versus—the third-best odds of all teams competing.

FNATIC (#4)

During the offseason, FNATIC added midlaner Vladimiros “Vladi” Kourtidis and announced South Korean support player Park “Lospa” Joon-hyeong as the final piece of the puzzle for their 2026 LoL roster.

FNATIC had a solid showing in 2025, finishing 3rd at both LEC Summer and Winter events, and 4th at LEC Spring. The team is currently ranked #4 in the region and #20 globally, with a solid 24–13 record.

There’s a 10.00% chance that FNATIC could claim the spot at First Stand 2026, as implied by odds of 10.00 (+900).

GIANTX (#5)

Ranked #5 in the LEC and #34 globally with a 13–15 record, GIANTX didn’t qualify for the big three international events in 2025. However, the team put on a solid performance in the regional league, placing 5th–6th at the LEC 2025 Winter, Spring, and Summer events. 

GIANTX didn’t make any roster changes during the offseason. For sticking together and consistent results, we give them a slight edge over Team Vitality. Bookmaker odds reflect the same confidence, with 13.00 (+1200) indicating a 7.69% chance of winning LEC 2026 Versus.

Team Vitality (#6)

At the end of last year, Team Vitality posted their best result of the season, placing 5th–6th at LEC 2025 Summer. Ranked #40 globally and #6 in the LEC, Team Vitality has a 12–15 record.

During the offseason, the organization moved Mateusz “Czajek” Czajka to the Vitality.Bee roster, and added ex-FNATIC midlaner Marek “Humanoid” Brázda. It remains to be seen if the roster move will have a positive or negative effect, hence our #6 place LEC 2026 Versus prediction.

Odds of 15.00 (+1400) translate to an implied probability of 6.67% that Team Vitality could lift the trophy.

Bottom LEC 2026 Versus Betting Predictions

Creating these predictions is not an exact science, so outcomes may vary. However, we think the bottom six teams in our power rankings have only a slim chance of reaching First Stand.

Below, you’ll find our bottom six predictions, including the chances of success based on outright tournament winner odds.

• Shifters (#7) – 5.88%
• NAVI (#8) – 4.17%
• Los Ratones (#9) – 3.85%
• Team Heretics (#10) – 3.45%
• SK Gaming (#11) – 2.94%
• Karmine Corp Blue (#12) – 2.00%

Note: Team BDS was rebranded as Shifters during the offseason.

FAQs

Who Are The Favorites To Win LEC 2026 Versus?

G2 Esports is the favorite to win LEC 2026 Versus, with a 33.33% probability implied by odds of 3.00 (+200).

How Are These LEC 2026 Versus Power Rankings Decided?

Our LEC 2026 Versus power rankings are informed by a myriad of factors, from past results to roster changes, expected form, and the latest bookmaker odds.

Where Can I Watch The LEC 2026 Versus?

You can watch LEC 2026 Versus live via the official LEC Twitch and YouTube channels.

What Is The LEC 2026 Versus Schedule?

LEC 2026 Versus is scheduled to take place at the Riot Games Arena in Berlin, from January 17 to March 1.

Who Are The LEC 2026 Versus Underdogs?

With odds of 50.00 (+4900), Karmine Corp Blue, one of the two ERL teams, has only a 2.00% chance of lifting the trophy, making them the clear LEC 2026 Versus underdogs.

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