G2 Esports and Evil Geniuses have locked in the final two positions for the VCT 2026 Americas Stage 2 playoffs. The qualification concludes the play-in stage, finalizing a bracket that also features FURIA and MIBR.
Play-In Results and Eliminations
The final day of play-ins resulted in the elimination of ENVY and KRÜ Esports. While KRÜ Esports had previously gained momentum by defeating Sentinels, the team could not maintain that performance during the final matches. G2 Esports secured their spot after a challenging run that included a previous loss to FURIA, which had forced the team to fight through the lower bracket.
VCT 2026 Americas Stage 2 Playoff Field
| Team | Qualification Status |
|---|---|
| MIBR | Qualified |
| FURIA | Qualified |
| G2 Esports | Qualified |
| Evil Geniuses | Qualified |
| ENVY | Eliminated |
| KRÜ Esports | Eliminated |
Path to Champions Shanghai
The confirmed playoff teams will now compete in a bracket format to determine the final standings. The top finishers in this stage will earn a berth at Champions Shanghai. For teams eliminated during the playoff stage, continued participation in the 2026 season will depend on alternative qualification routes.