We’re heading into Week 2 of VCT LOCK//IN São Paulo, and probably the most anticipated opening matches of the whole occasion. Fnatic and Sentinels are destined to play an elimination collection from the get-go, as their total Spring Season hangs within the steadiness.
Sentinels vs Fnatic – Key Match within the Openers
Sentinels (NA) and Fnatic (EUNE) final fought throughout the VCT 2021: Stage 2 Masters – Reykjavík. Throughout this occasion; Sentinels managed to shove Fnatic into the Decrease Brackets and continued their win streak all the way in which to the Grand Closing. Fnatic did handle to get again on their toes and face Sentinels for a rematch within the Grand Closing, however misplaced once more. The deciding map for each matches was Haven and it is going to be attention-grabbing to see whether or not the 2 groups will flip up for a rendezvous on the map.
On paper, Fnatic appeared to have higher efficiency and a larger presence throughout final season. In contrast to their opponent, Fnatic secured their spot within the Valorant Champions 2022 and positioned Fifth-Sixth. As well as, they gained 1st place within the VCT 2022: EMEA Stage 2 Challengers and 4th place in the Stage 2 Masters – Copenhagen. As considered one of their last items of the puzzle, Fnatic signed Chronicle, the group’s jack of all trades.
Nevertheless, Sentinels are coming in scorching with their 6-man roster which may present additional flexibility for the group. Even supposing they didn’t qualify for Valorant Champions 2022, they’re nonetheless crowd favourites.
Memes Galore forward of Sentinels vs Fnatic Match
With a frag monster like TenZ up their sleeve and an ex-XSET mastermind as their chief, there’s little to no assure that Fnatic is gonna have a straightforward time going through them. Sacy and pANcada, the Controller/Initiator duo are additionally a drive to be reckoned with, displaying simply how standard and robust the Brazilian area and gamers have change into within the Valorant esports scene.
Though Sentinels have beforehand proven to be greater than able to taking Fnatic down, they shouldn’t be underestimated. With a lot at stake, there isn’t any doubt that each groups will put up one hell of a struggle.
Banter Galore
These two groups have some intense banter occurring all of the socials proper now. Photographs are fired in each course in anticipation of this match.
Sentinels posted this video mere hours earlier than the match:
In the meantime, Boaster has been teasing Sentinels all alongside.
With every part on the road tonight, we’re in for one hell of collection.
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