The VCT EMEA 2023 (Europe, Middle-East, Africa) league has commenced, and we’ve got you covered with all the essential details you need to stay up-to-date on this thrilling international league. From official streaming options to the complete schedule of matches and the participating teams, here’s everything you need to know to follow the action closely.
The Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) 2023 EMEA League is underway and will run from March 27 to May 28. The league is set to showcase some of the top teams in the region, competing for a lucrative prize pool of USD 250,000 (equivalent to INR 2,06,62,125). With intense battles and fierce competition expected, the league promises to be an exciting spectacle for fans of the game.
The VCT EMEA League features 10 regional partner teams, each vying for the opportunity to qualify for two prestigious events: VCT 2023: Masters Tokyo and Valorant Champions 2023.
The VCT EMEA League will feature weekly matches, kicking off with a week to see daily games played from Monday to Friday. Here is a comprehensive guide containing all the key details, including the participating teams, match results, tournament format, viewing options, and more.
VCT EMEA 2023: Teams
Here is a list of all the teams set to compete in the VCT EMEA 2023 league:
| Teams |
|---|
| BBL Esports |
| Fnatic |
| FUT Esports |
| Giants |
| Karmine Corp |
| KOI |
| NAVI |
| Team Heretics |
| Team Liquid |
| Team Vitality |
VCT EMEA 2023 League: Format and Schedule
Format
The VCT EMEA 2023 League began on March 27 and will feature a single round-robin stage where all 10 teams will compete against each other. Each match will follow a best-of-three format. Matches will be on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The first week of the league will be a super week, featuring five straight days of Matches.
As the VCT EMEA League season heats up, only six teams will advance to the double-elimination playoffs. Teams will fight tooth and nail with high stakes to make it to the top. The top four teams from the league will secure a coveted spot in the VCT Masters Tokyo, while the top three teams will earn their way to the Valorant Champions 2023. For teams who fall short, there will be one final opportunity in the last-chance qualifier in July to secure a place at the Valorant Champions.
Here is the complete schedule:
- Regular Season: March 27 – May 19
- Playoffs: May 23 – May 28
- Qualifier: July 18 – July 23
Schedule
Week 3 schedule
| DAY | MATCH | TIME(GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| April 12 | NAVI vs. Team Heretics | 8 PM |
| April 13 | KOI vs. FUT Team Liquid vs. Fnatic | 5 PM 8 PM |
| April 14 | Giants vs. BBL Vitality vs. Karmine Corp. | 5 PM 8 PM |
Week 4 schedule
| DAY | MATCH | TIME(GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| April 19 | Team Heretics vs. Team Liquid | 8 PM |
| April 20 | KOI vs. Fnatic FUT vs. Giants | 5 PM 8 PM |
| April 21 | Karmine Corp. vs. NAVI BBL vs. Vitality | 5 PM 8 PM |
Week 5 schedule
| DAY | MATCH | TIME(GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| April 26 | Giants vs. Team Liquid | 8 PM |
| April 27 | BBL vs. Team Heretics KOI vs. Karmine Corp. | 5 PM 8 PM |
| April 28 | FUT vs. Fnatic Vitality vs. NAVI | 5 PM 8 PM |
Week 6 schedule
| DAY | MATCH | TIME(GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| May 3 | Vitality vs. Fnatic | 8 PM |
| May 4 | FUT vs. Karmine Corp. KOI vs. BBL | 5 PM 8 PM |
| May 5 | NAVI vs. Team Liquid Giants vs. Team Heretics | 5 PM 8 PM |
Week 7 schedule
| DAY | MATCH | TIME(GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| May 10 | Giants vs. Vitality | 8 PM |
| May 11 | FUT vs. NAVI Karmine Corp. vs. Fnatic | 5 PM 8 PM |
| May 12 | Team Liquid vs. BBL KOI vs. Team Heretics | 5 PM 8 PM |
Week 8 schedule
| DAY | MATCH | TIME(GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| May 17 | Fnatic vs. NAVI | 8 PM |
| May 18 | Team Heretics vs. Vitality Karmine Corp. vs. Giants | 5 PM 8 PM |
| May 19 | Team Liquid vs. KOI BBL vs. FUT | 5 PM 8 PM |
VCT EMEA 2023: Standings
| POSITION | TEAM | MATCHESS | WIN-LOSS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fnatic | 3 | 3-0 |
| 2 | FUT Esports | 3 | 2-1 |
| 3 | Team Vitality | 3 | 2-1 |
| 4 | NAVI | 3 | 2-1 |
| 5 | Team Liquid | 2 | 1-1 |
| 6 | KOI | 2 | 1-1 |
| 7 | Karmine Corp | 2 | 1-1 |
| 8 | Team Heretics | 3 | 1-2 |
| 9 | Giants | 2 | 0-2 |
| 10 | BBL Esports | 3 | 0-3 |
