VCL France 2025: Final Weekend of Group Stage in Valorant – Who Will Advance to the Playoffs?

This weekend, the highly anticipated match between JL and Mandatory will determine semi-final qualifications, with JL currently unbeaten and a strong favorite. Mandatory, despite challenges, has the experience to potentially upset JL’s winning streak. The winner will gain advantages including preparation time and a guaranteed Ascension point. In another match, KCBS and Siko Esports seek their first victory. In Group B, DVM remains dominant, while Zerance fights to keep playoff hopes alive against them.

JL vs Mandatory: A Must-Watch Match for Semi-Final Qualification

This weekend, all eyes will be on the highly anticipated showdown between JL and Mandatory! On paper, they are the top two teams in Group A.

Before the split even began, Joblife was already touted as a key contender for the championship alongside DVM. Akuma and his team have not only met but exceeded the expectations of fans and analysts alike. They have gone unbeaten, losing just 18 rounds across 4 maps, boasting an impressive differential of +34. So far, no team has managed to halt their momentum.

This Sunday evening, Mandatory will step onto the battlefield, hoping to disrupt JL’s winning streak. While the odds seem stacked against them, the potential for an upset is very much alive. Mandatory has faced its share of challenges, having conceded 2 maps and a modest differential of +7. Their journey has been fraught with tension due to several missteps that made some matches far more challenging than anticipated. Nevertheless, Mandatory can draw on the wealth of experience within their roster and their remarkable resilience to challenge JL. In this encounter, Joblife is the clear favorite.

The implications of this match are significant, as both teams vie for a coveted spot in the semi-finals. The winner will secure multiple advantages:

  • Additional preparation time.
  • Scouting their future opponent.
  • 1 guaranteed Ascension point (minimum Top 3-4), which is crucial for tournament qualification aiming for a spot in VCT.

Join us this Sunday at 8 PM (subject to change based on earlier match outcomes) for what promises to be an unforgettable clash!

The other exciting match in Group A features two teams navigating vastly different paths. KCBS and Siko Esports are both still on the hunt for their first victory. KCBS has shown competitive spirit in their matches against Mandatory and Joblife, demonstrating promising gameplay, especially in their second map against JL. However, they have yet to clinch their first Bo3 win. For Siko, while the encounter with Joblife was tough, they found some glimmers of hope in their match against Mandatory. This upcoming face-off is set to be a nail-biter!

While the KCBS vs Siko match won’t automatically grant playoff qualification, the victor will gain valuable confidence before their Bo5 playoff match next week (the winner moves to the playoffs while the loser faces Up&Down). Claiming third place in Group A would provide a favorable position in this knockout encounter, including side choice and the likelihood of facing a weaker opponent from Group B.

Don’t miss the thrilling clash between Karmine Corp Blue Stars and Siko Esports this Saturday at 5 PM.

Group B: DVM’s Dominance and the Remaining Challenges

In contrast to Group A, the playoff teams in Group B have yet to be determined!

DVM stands out as a unique case. Like Joblife, DVM emerged as a strong favorite from the beginning. With a roster filled with explosive talent (many having competed in VCT), DVM is the team everyone is aiming to beat in Group B. They have effortlessly maintained their favored status throughout the tournament, with no maps dropped and a +31 differential! Their gameplay has exhibited complete control, making it seem almost insurmountable for their rivals.

After securing convincing victories against Valiant and Cicadas Gaming, Zerance will now attempt to topple DVM. To be candid, Zerance’s chances of success appear slim. While an upset is not entirely out of the question, they will face a DVM squad that is formidable both individually and as a unit, despite lux9’s stellar performance (leading in Average Combat Score with 304).

With DVM nearly guaranteed first place, finishing with a perfect 3-0 record is crucial for building confidence and ensuring their semi-final spot. For Zerance, a victory is essential to keep their playoff hopes alive. The outcome of the Valiant vs Cicadas match will also influence their chances. In case of a tie in the number of Bo3 matches won, the following criteria will dictate team rankings:

  • Total Bo3 matches won.
  • Outcome of direct confrontations.
  • Maps won in direct confrontations.
  • Total maps won.
  • Round differential in direct confrontations.
  • Overall round differential.

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