League of Legends Worlds 2024 Play-In Stage: Teams, Format, and Schedule
The League of Legends World Championship 2024 is set to begin with the highly anticipated Play-In stage. This crucial phase of the tournament serves as the gateway for teams looking to secure their spot in the main event.
With eight teams vying for limited positions on the Swiss stage, the Play-In promises intense competition and thrilling matches that will set the tone for the entire championship.
LoL Worlds 2024 Play-In Stage Format
The Play-In stage adopts a unique format designed to test the mettle of participating teams:
- Eight teams are divided into two double-elimination brackets
- Matches are played in a best-of-three format
- Teams with a 2-0 record advance directly to the Swiss stage
- Teams with a 1-1 record face off in cross-bracket matches
This structure ensures that every match carries significant weight, as a single loss can drastically alter a team’s path through the tournament.
LoL Worlds 2024: Play In Stage Qualified Teams
The Play-In stage features a diverse lineup of teams from various regions:
LEC (Europe)
- MAD Lions KOI (3rd seed)
LCS (North America)
- 100 Thieves (3rd seed)
PCS (Pacific Championship Series)
- PSG Talon (Champion)
- Fukuoka SoftBank HAWKS (Runner-up)
VCS (Vietnam Championship Series)
- GAM Esports (Champion)
- Vikings Esports (Runner-up)
CBLOL (Brazil)
- paiN Gaming (Champion)
LLA (Latin America)
- Movistar R7 (Closing Champion)
Each of these teams brings unique strengths and playstyles to the tournament, representing the best of their respective regions.
LoL Worlds 2024: Play In Stage Schedule
While the exact timings are yet to be announced, the initial matchups for the Play-In stage have been determined:
- MAD Lions vs. Vikings Esports
- PSG Talon vs. paiN Gaming
- GAM Esports vs. SoftBank HAWKS
- 100 Thieves vs. Movistar R7
These opening matches will set the stage for the rest of the Play-In, with teams aiming to secure early advantages in their respective brackets.
Fans around the world can catch all the Play-In stage action through various platforms such as YouTube and Twitch.
As the League of Legends World Championship 2024 kicks off with the Play-In stage, fans and players alike are gearing up for what promises to be an unforgettable tournament filled with skill, strategy, and passion for the game.
