VCT 2026: EMEA Kickoff — vs. Gentle Mates

Today NAVI VALORANT continue their run at the first tournament of the year — VCT EMEA Kickoff. After two confident victories over Heretics and Karmine Corp, we are just two steps away from qualifying for VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026.

The first opponent on this path will be Gentle Mates. The match starts at 17:00 and will be played in a best of 3 format. In the opening matches of VCT 2026: EMEA Kickoff, the French squad defeated FUT and GIANTX, both series ending with a score of 2 : 0.

During the offseason, Gentle Mates made major roster changes, keeping only Minny. The new additions are bipo (MOUZ), GLYPH (Winthrop), marteen (Karmine Corp), and starxo (Joblife).

It’s worth noting that NAVI have already faced this lineup at Project Blender 2025: Phase 4, where we secured a 2 : 1 victory.

We hope today’s match will also go in our favor. Tune in to ardiis’ broadcast to support the team.