Discover the full VCT Americas Stage 2 schedule, including key matchups like Sentinels vs G2 and playoff expectations. Stay updated with Valorant’s regional showdown.

Afteran intense global showdown featuring international teams and two major events,VCT Americas Stage 2 is finally set to return to the spotlight. This highlyanticipated leg of the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) marks a pivotal moment forNorth and South American squads vying for a spot at Champions 2025. Beginningon Friday, July 18, fans will witness high-stakes clashes between thecontinent’s top Valorant rosters in a packed five-week group stage.

Let’sdive into the complete match schedule, team storylines, and crucial matchups tolook forward to in VCT Americas Stage 2.

Week 1 – July18 to July 20: A Heavyweight Opening

Friday, July 18

• Cloud9 vs FURIA (14:00 PT / 17:00 ET)

• Leviatán vs LOUD (17:00 PT / 20:00 ET)

Thefirst day opens with Cloud9 facing off against FURIA. Cloud9 enters with somesigns of potential from Stage 1, though their early playoff exit leavesquestions about consistency. FURIA, meanwhile, has had a turbulent year withonly one victory so far. Both teams are hungry for redemption.

Laterthat day, Leviatán and LOUD, two storied South American squads, face off in amatch that could signal a turning point for either team’s season.

Saturday, July19

• Evil Geniuses vs 2Game Esports (14:00 PT / 17:00 ET)

• MIBR vs KRÜ Esports (17:00 PT / 20:00 ET)

Daytwo features 2023 Champions winners Evil Geniuses returning to domestic playagainst 2Game Esports, a team fighting to avoid relegation. MIBR, who had adisappointing Masters Toronto performance, will try to regain momentum versusKRÜ.

Sunday, July 20

• 100 Thieves vs NRG (14:00 PT / 17:00 ET)

• Sentinels vs G2 (17:00 PT / 20:00 ET)

Theweek concludes with a blockbuster showdown. Sentinels vs G2 pits two of themost in-form teams against each other in what could be an early preview of aplayoff final. Prior to that, 100 Thieves and NRG return from their EsportsWorld Cup runs to test each other’s mettle.

Week 2 – July25 to July 27: Rivalries Reignite

Friday, July 25

• 2Game vs G2

• FURIA vs Sentinels

Therising G2 takes on 2Game, while Sentinels seeks to assert dominance against astruggling FURIA squad.

Saturday, July26

• 100 Thieves vs KRÜ

• NRG vs LOUD

Twointeresting matchups unfold as 100 Thieves looks to exploit KRÜ’svulnerabilities, and NRG attempts to maintain top-four form versus the volatileLOUD.

Sunday, July 27

• Cloud9 vs Evil Geniuses

• MIBR vs Leviatán

C9and EG meet in what could be a critical swing match for middle-tablepositioning, while MIBR and LEV fight for survival in the lower tier.

Week 3 – August1 to August 3: Mid-Season Mayhem

Friday, August1

• 2Game vs FURIA

• Leviatán vs NRG

Thisweek could make or break FURIA’s season as they take on the other bottom-rankedsquad, 2Game. Meanwhile, Leviatán faces NRG in a must-win for playoffaspirations.

Saturday, August2

• Sentinels vs Cloud9

• MIBR vs 100 Thieves

Sentinelswill look to keep their record clean against C9, while MIBR must perform orrisk slipping out of contention when battling the composed 100T.

Sunday, August3

• G2 vs Evil Geniuses

• LOUD vs KRÜ

G2and EG clash in what may be one of the most mechanically intense matches of thesplit. LOUD, meanwhile, has a chance to climb the standings against KRÜ.

Week 4 – August8 to August 10: Playoff Contenders Take Shape

Friday, August8

• Cloud9 vs 2Game

• MIBR vs NRG

Withplayoff contention heating up, teams like MIBR and NRG will be under pressure.For C9 and 2G, a win here could keep playoff hopes alive.

Saturday,August 9

• Sentinels vs Evil Geniuses

• Leviatán vs KRÜ

Sentinelsversus EG could be a clash of two Champions-winning rosters if EG finds itsform. LEV and KRÜ face off in a South American grudge match.

Sunday, August10

• FURIA vs G2

• LOUD vs 100 Thieves

FURIAfaces a daunting G2 squad, while LOUD and 100T fight for breathing room in thestandings.

Week 5 – August15 to August 17: The Final Push

Friday, August15

• KRÜ vs NRG

• 100 Thieves vs Leviatán

Thepressure will be intense as playoff scenarios start to lock in. Every roundmatters in these final matches.

Saturday,August 16

• FURIA vs Evil Geniuses

• 2Game vs Sentinels

FURIAneeds a miracle run to stay in the conversation, while Sentinels face 2Game inwhat might be a tune-up for playoffs.

Sunday, August17

• G2 vs Cloud9

• MIBR vs LOUD

Thefinal day will be pivotal. G2 and C9 may be playing for playoff seeding, whileMIBR and LOUD look to avoid early elimination.

VCT AmericasStage 2 Playoffs – What We Know So Far

Unlikethe EMEA or Pacific counterparts, VCT Americas has yet to release its officialplayoff schedule, including exact dates for the grand final. However, based onprevious VCT formats, fans can expect the top teams from the group stage toadvance into a double-elimination bracket, with Champions qualification on theline.

Teams to Watch

• Sentinels – Arguably the most consistent and dangerous team in the region this year.

• G2 Esports – A rising powerhouse with immense individual firepower.

• Evil Geniuses – Looking to return to peak form after their historic 2023 run.

• LOUD – The fan-favorite Brazilian squad always delivers on LAN.

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