Week 3 of VCT China Stage 1 has wrappedand with just two weeks left before playoffs, the battle for a top-four finish in each group is getting intense. According to @VALO2ASIA, Bilibili Gaming (BLG) has officially become the first team to qualify for playoffs, going undefeated so far in Group Omega.
The remaining spots, however? Wide open.
Group Alpha: Four Teams Tied at 2-1
Group Alpha is tightly packed, with NOVA, FPX, EDG, and TEC all sitting at 2 wins and 1 loss. Only map differential and round scores separate these squads, making every remaining match in Weeks 4 and 5 crucial.
Current Alpha Standings:
- NOVA (2-1 | +2 round diff)
- FPX (2-1 | +17)
- EDG (2-1 | +16)
- TEC (2-1 | +5)
- DRG (1-2 | -12)
- TYLOO (0-3 | -28)
EDG and FPX are especially dangerousboth with positive map and round differentials, showing strong consistency despite being 3rd and 2nd respectively.
Group Omega: BLG Dominates, But It’s Still a Bloodbath
BLG is the story of the weeksitting at 3-0 with a +21 round differential, they’ve already secured their playoff berth.
But behind them? XLG, WOL, and TE are all 2-1, and just one upset could shake up the leaderboard.
Current Omega Standings:
- BLG (3-0 | +21) …
- XLG (2-1 | +10)
- WOL (2-1 | +6)
- TE (2-1 | +15)
- JDG (0-3 | -14)
- AG (0-3 | -38)
Both JDG and AG are in free fall, each sitting at 0-3 with slim playoff hopes. Their final two weeks are do-or-die.
What’s Next?
- The top 4 teams from each group by the end of Week 5 will advance to the VCT CN Stage 1 Playoffs.
- Map wins and round differential could be the deciding factor for tiebreakers, so expect every match to mattereven for teams with the same win-loss record.
Track the standings, match recaps, and more throughout the season:
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Source:
@VALO2ASIA Official VCT CN Week 3 standings and playoff qualification update.
Frequently Asked Questions about VCT CN Week 3
Which team has qualified for VCT CN playoffs so far?
Bilibili Gaming (BLG) is the first team to qualify after finishing Week 3 with a 3-0 record.
How many teams qualify for playoffs from each group?
The top 4 teams from each group will advance to the Stage 1 playoffs.
What are the current standings in Group Alpha?
NOVA, FPX, EDG, and TEC are all tied at 2-1. TYLOO sits at the bottom with a 0-3 record.
What teams are still in playoff contention in Group Omega?
BLG is in. XLG, WOL, and TE are battling for the remaining three playoff spots.
Can JDG or AG still make playoffs?
Technically yes, but both are 0-3 and would need to win out and rely on other teams losing.
How are tiebreakers decided in VCT CN?
Tiebreakers are based on map wins and round differential if records are tied.