The long-awaited EMEA clash took place in VCT LOCK//IN as FNATIC faced off NAVI in the semi-finals. With FNATIC winning the EMEA favourites, FNATIC sets their intentions: We are here for that international TROPHY!
Map 1: Haven
The first map of the best of five series was Haven, FNATIC's own map-pick and NAVI's usual insta-ban. FNATIC lived up to the expectations in the first half, winning seven rounds. Their second half, however, was shakier than expected, NAVI managed to gain momentum and secure a few rounds here and there, almost speaking the comeback into existence. The final score was 13-11 in favour of FNATIC. Leo managed to be in the spotlight as he secured multiple rounds for the team and insane stats overall.
.@FNATIC hands NAVI their first map loss at #VCTLOCKIN
— VALORANT Champions Tour (@ValorantEsports) March 3, 2023
Lotus is up next! pic.twitter.com/nWEiRQBgjv
Map 2: Lotus
The second map of the best of five series was Lotus, NAVI's own map-pick. This map pick backfired on NAVI as the team struggled and looked lost most of the game, it was a complete stomp from FNATIC's side. The final score was 13-4 in favour of FNATIC. Derke and Alfajer were the spotlight of this map, with occasional highlights from the in-game leader Boaster.
2-0 series lead for @FNATIC!
— VALORANT Champions Tour (@ValorantEsports) March 3, 2023
Map 3 will be Fracture. #VCTLOCKIN pic.twitter.com/GPPBMglLzB
Map 3: Fracture
The third and last map of the best of five series was Fracture, FNATIC's own map-pick. This map was a rollercoaster of emotions as the two EMEA giants battled it out in a show of extreme intelligence and smart game plans from both sides. However, FNATIC came on top as Boaster and Co secure their spot in the Grand Finals of VCT LOCK//IN and sending NAVI home. Chronicle and other teammates all managed to make highlights and showcase their capabilities in the biggest stages of the game.
SERIES POINT! @FNATIC #VCTLOCKIN
— VALORANT Champions Tour (@ValorantEsports) March 3, 2023
TUNE IN: https://t.co/io2c23tsMd pic.twitter.com/jtZn5KtmxX

Highlights
EMEA took over Day 14 of #VCTLOCKIN
— VALORANT Champions Tour (@ValorantEsports) March 3, 2023
Catch the Semifinal highlights! pic.twitter.com/iWVCXukCyD
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