Navi secured a 2:0 victory over Team Heretics (Icebox 13:3, Haven 13:7) in the lower bracket of VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 2.

The best player of the match was Shao from Navi , who recorded 37 kills. His average ACS and ADR across the two maps were 168 and 278 respectively — 29% higher than his recent averages. 

This win keeps Navi ’s chances alive for a direct slot at Champions 2025. In the next stage, scheduled for August 29, they will face GIANTX for a spot in the lower bracket final. Meanwhile, Team Heretics leave the tournament in 5th–6th place, taking home $10,000 and 5 circuit points earned during the group stage. Their Champions qualification is now at risk, but Team Liquid has secured a spot at the World Championship thanks to this result. If Team Liquid claim a direct slot, Team Heretics will qualify through circuit points.

VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 2 takes place from July 16 to September 1 in Germany . The tournament features 12 regional teams competing for a $250,000 prize pool and two slots at Champions 2025.