PSG Talon has eliminated 100 Thieves from Worlds 2024, ending one of the most disappointing performances in North American League of Legends history. With a decisive 2-0 victory in the Play-In Stage, PSG Talon secured the last coveted spot in the Swiss Stage, leaving the LCS squad to reflect on a tournament to forget.
Play-In Stage Drama: PSG Talon’s Rise and 100 Thieves’ Fall
As the first phase of Worlds 2024 approached its conclusion, the stakes were at an all-time high with only a few spots remaining for the next round. On Sunday, PSG Talon faced off against 100 Thieves in a critical Play-In match. Despite a strong start to the Play-In, 100 Thieves couldn’t withstand the momentum of their opponents, ultimately suffering an overwhelming 2-0 loss.
While the 2024 League of Legends World Championship has already started to captivate fans across the globe, this year’s edition travels across Europe, beginning in Berlin, Germany, for the Play-In Stage. In this phase, eight teams battled for just four spots in the upcoming Swiss Stage.
Among the contenders was Movistar R7, the Latin American hopefuls, who narrowly missed out on qualification after a 2-1 defeat to paiN Gaming. With that result, only one spot remained, which was fiercely contested by PSG Talon and 100 Thieves.
PSG Talon, coming off a loss to MDK, needed to prove themselves, while 100 Thieves had momentum from their earlier 2-0 victory over SHG.
PSG Talon Dominates from Start to Finish
Despite the buildup to an anticipated showdown, only one team lived up to expectations. From the opening moments of Game 1, PSG Talon established their dominance, steamrolling 100 Thieves with a 20-1 kill score to secure a quick 1-0 lead.
The North American side struggled to keep pace and was thoroughly outplayed across the map. After just 26 minutes, the first game was over, and 100 Thieves were left scrambling for answers.
In Game 2, 100 Thieves attempted to switch up their strategy, drafting a new composition in hopes of turning the tide. However, their efforts fell short. Maple, piloting Yone, led PSG Talon to an increasingly suffocating lead, forcing 100 Thieves back into their base.
Despite their best efforts, 100 Thieves could not mount a comeback, and after 31 minutes, PSG Talon closed out the series with a decisive 2-0 victory.
A Historic Low for North America
With this result, PSG Talon advanced to the Swiss Stage of Worlds 2024, continuing their storied journey at the international level. For 100 Thieves, however, this marked the end of one of the most disastrous performances in North American League of Legends history.
This is only the second time that a major region team has failed to progress from the Play-In Stage. The last time this occurred was in 2020, when MAD Lions fell to Supermassive in a shocking 3-2 upset.
For the North American fans, this result will undoubtedly fuel discussions about the region’s decline on the international stage, as 100 Thieves now join the infamous ranks of teams that failed to meet expectations.
Key Highlights from PSG Talon vs. 100 Thieves
- PSG Talon’s Crushing Dominance – Outplayed 100 Thieves in every aspect of the game, with a 20-1 kill score in Game 1.
- Maple’s Yone Shines – A standout performance by Maple on Yone, leading his team to victory in Game 2.
- 100 Thieves’ Worst International Run – The North American team closes out one of the region’s worst international showings, failing to qualify for the Swiss Stage.
- Historic Low for NA – 100 Thieves’ defeat marks the second time in history that a major region team has been eliminated in the Play-In Stage.
Conclusion
PSG Talon’s overwhelming performance against 100 Thieves has secured them a spot in the Swiss Stage of Worlds 2024, while 100 Thieves return home with one of the worst performances from North America in recent memory.
For fans eager to follow the next stages of the tournament, the Swiss Stage will be the next battleground as the world’s top teams continue their quest for the World Championship. Stay tuned to LoL Esports for the latest updates and coverage.
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