FNATIC vs NAVI Preview and Predictions – VCT 2023 EMEA League

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FNATIC vs NAVI Preview and Predictions – VCT 2023 EMEA League

The last week of the VCT 2023 EMEA League stage starts with the most eagerly-awaited matchup, FNATIC vs NAVI


The EMEA League has left the best for the final week, as we have the electrifying clash between FNATIC and NAVI to begin week 8. This battle between No.1 1 and No. 2 from the standings has glued everyone to their devices, just waiting for the kickoff. The last time we saw the team share the server was during the 2023 LOCK//IN playoffs, where FNATIC won a clean sweep victory over NAVI.

FNATIC

After the recent losses conceded by LOUD and DRX, FNATIC remain the only team across the VCT Leagues to maintain a flawless record. Counting the LOCK//IN results, they now boast a winning streak of 12 matches. The Britain-based org can further solidify its status as the best in the world right now with an unbeaten league stage run, but the biggest obstacle to it is another European powerhouse, NAVI, who they are scheduled to face next.

Players

Timofey “Chronicle” Khromov

  • Role: Flex
  • VLR Rating: 1.15
  • ACS: 227.9
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.19
  • KAST: 75%
  • Average Damage per Round: 146.4

Jake “Boaster” Howlett

  • Role: Controller
  • VLR Rating: 0.99
  • ACS: 187.9
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 0.94
  • KAST: 72%
  • Average Damage per Round: 120.2

Nikita “Derke” Sirmitev

  • Role: Duelist
  • VLR Rating: 1.15
  • ACS: 258.2
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.23
  • KAST: 72%
  • Average Damage per Round: 160.7

Leo “Leo” Jannesson

  • Role: Initiator
  • VLR Rating: 1.25
  • ACS: 224.4
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.27
  • KAST: 78%
  • Average Damage per Round: 146.9

Emir “Alfajer” Beder

  • Role: Sentinel
  • VLR Rating: 1.18
  • ACS: 235.6
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.23
  • KAST: 73%
  • Average Damage per Round: 159.1

Player to Watch

Leo

FNATIC vs NAVI

NAVI

It is widely accepted that NAVI are the only team in the EMEA region with the firepower and strategic prowess to beat FNATIC. The statement's accuracy will be tested in the upcoming showdown as the teams prepare to battle it out.  With seven straight wins, NAVI are looking as good as FNATIC. The stage is all set for cNed and company to exact revenge for the LOCK//IN defeat.

Players

Andrey “Shao” Kiprsky

  • Role: Flex
  • VLR Rating: 1.14
  • ACS: 219.2
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.21
  • KAST: 77%
  • Average Damage per Round: 140.2

Kirill “ANGE1” Karasiow

  • Role: IGL
  • VLR Rating: 0.93
  • ACS: 189.9
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 0.9
  • KAST: 67%
  • Average Damage per Round: 123.5

Mehmet Yağız “cNed” İpek

  • Role: Duelist
  • VLR Rating: 1.16
  • ACS: 253.5
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.33
  • KAST: 73%
  • Average Damage per Round: 156.2

Dmitry “SUYGETSU” Ilyushin

  • Role: Sentinel
  • VLR Rating: 1.13
  • ACS: 209.1
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.18
  • KAST: 74%
  • Average Damage per Round: 137.1

Pontus “Zyppan” Eek

  • Role: Initiator
  • VLR Rating: 1.11
  • ACS: 233.8
  • Kill-Death Ratio: 1.13
  • KAST: 73%
  • Average Damage per Round: 148.3

Player to Watch

Zyppan

VCT 2023 EMEA League – FNATIC vs NAVI Predictions

We have a hunch that NAVI will win 2-1 and hand FNATIC their first loss of the season.

FNATIC vs NAVI – Maps

  • Bind
  • Lotus
  • Fracture

FNATIC vs NAVI – Score

  • Map 1: FNATIC to win with NAVI < 9
  • Map 2: NAVI to win with FNATIC > 10
  • Map 3: NAVI to win with FNATIC > 11

FNATIC vs NAVI – Top Fragger

cNed

VCT 2023 EMEA League – NAVI vs FNATIC Match Links

FNATIC vs NAVI – Match Time

May 17 – 12 pm PT // 3 pm ET // 9 pm CEST

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FNATIC vs NAVI Preview and Predictions – VCT 2023 EMEA League
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