LEC Versus 2026: Karmine Corp Reach Final After 3-2 Win

The LEC Versus 2026 playoffs delivered another five-game thriller as Karmine Corp eliminated Movistar KOI 3–2 to secure a place in the grand final. With the victory, the French organization moves one step closer to representing Europe at First Stand 2026.

The semifinal series took place on February 28 in Badalona, Barcelona, with both teams fighting to keep their international hopes alive.

Back-and-Forth Battle at LEC Versus 2026

Karmine Corp entered the series after sweeping GIANTX 3–0, while Movistar KOI dropped to the lower bracket following a defeat against G2 Esports in the winners final.

Game 1

Movistar KOI struck first in a tightly contested opener. Supa and Elyoya were instrumental in securing early skirmish wins and stabilizing side lanes. Despite proactive attempts from Yike to generate pressure, Karmine Corp were unable to prevent the Spanish side from taking the lead.

Game 2

Karmine Corp responded immediately. The French squad established early control, executed their composition cleanly, and secured neutral objectives before closing the game in 30 minutes to even the series.

Game 3

Movistar KOI regained control behind a standout Qiyana performance from Elyoya. Aggressive map movements and widening gold advantages left Karmine Corp struggling to find answers, putting KOI one win away from the final.

Game 4

Facing elimination, Karmine Corp capitalized on several costly positioning errors from Jojopyun. The French side scaled effectively and forced a decisive fifth game, sending the crowd into “Silver Scrapes” in Badalona.

Karmine Corp Complete the Comeback in LEC Versus 2026

The final map of LEC Versus 2026 belonged entirely to Karmine Corp.

Yike surprised with a Kha’Zix pick, setting the tone early. Caliste and Busio controlled the bottom lane, while coordinated rotations with Canna denied Movistar KOI any map control.

With a gold lead exceeding 10,000, Karmine Corp closed out the game convincingly to complete the 3–2 reverse swing and eliminate Movistar KOI from the tournament.

LEC Versus 2026 Grand Final Set

With the win, Karmine Corp advance to the LEC Versus 2026 grand final, where they will face G2 Esports on March 1.

The winner will represent Europe at First Stand 2026 — the first international League of Legends event of the season.

LEC Versus 2026 Finals Schedule

• March 1 – G2 Esports vs Karmine Corp

Karmine Corp now aim to replicate their previous split success and secure another international appearance, while G2 Esports seek to reaffirm their dominance at the start of the 2026 season.