Fnatic secured their spot at Worlds 2025 with a commanding 3-1 victory over Karmine Corp in the LEC Summer Playoffs Lower Bracket. The win advances Fnatic deeper into the playoffs while sending KC home empty-handed.
The series was a masterclass in top-side domination. Oscar “Oscarinin” Muñoz Jiménez completely outplayed Kim “Canna” Chang-dong in every single game, creating massive pressure that rippled across the map. The Spanish top laner’s performance in front of the Madrid crowd was nothing short of spectacular.
Iván “Razork” Martín Díaz matched his countryman’s energy with surgical jungle control. His Poppy performance stood out, including one ultimate at dragon that sent multiple KC members flying back to base. The play drew immediate comparisons to legendary international moments.
Fnatic took the first two games with clean, controlled performances. Their early game plans worked perfectly both times. Razork’s pathing gave his lanes priority while Oscarinin turned the top lane into his personal playground.
Game three offered KC their only lifeline. Fnatic drafted an awkward composition with limited damage threats. Despite having every advantage, KC struggled to close cleanly. They eventually stumbled across the finish line, giving their fans brief hope.
That hope died quickly in game four. Fnatic returned to their winning formula—dominate top side, control objectives, execute teamfights. KC had no answers.
The French squad’s internal issues became painfully visible throughout the series. One telling moment saw Lucas “Yike” Hellanger flash away from Vladimír “Vladi” Kramárik‘s Ryze ultimate during a crucial dragon fight. The miscommunication perfectly captured KC’s disjointed day.
For a team that won the Winter split, this elimination marks a stunning collapse. Their form deteriorated throughout the year, culminating in this playoff exit. The mid-jungle synergy that once defined their success completely broke down under pressure.
The Madrid buff is real
Playing in Spain clearly energized Fnatic’s Spanish core. Both Oscarinin and Razork delivered career-defining performances when it mattered most. The home crowd’s energy translated directly into in-game dominance.
Fnatic now face Movistar KOI in their next lower bracket match. With momentum and World qualification secured, they look dangerous.
