secured their spot in the 2026 LCK Play-In finals with a 3-1 win against
, simultaneously locking in a berth for the newly announced Demacia Cup Global Invitational. Despite Nongshim leading the regular-season matchup, FearX's composure prevailed in the season's most critical clash.
The two teams sparked immense buzz with
their mid-season trade, a move where right and wrong were destined to be judged by their results. Following the trade between Nam "
" Dae-geun and Kim "
" Tae-yoon, every match between the two sides drew massive attention, while their post-game celebrations and interview remarks went viral across the internet.
BNK FearX's triumph marks a crucial milestone—not just for advancing in the playoffs, but for keeping their 2026 season alive. According to details released on the afternoon of the 27th regarding the "
Demacia Cup Global Invitational," the LCK receives seeds up to 7th place, ensuring BFX secures at least 7th regardless of the Final Qualifier results. This guarantees them the opportunity to compete on stage through October.
Nongshim RedForce were the most proactive movers during the 2025 off-season, yet they closed out their season without even clinching a playoff berth, echoing last year's disappointment. To make matters worse,
Global Contract Database (GCD) indicate all contracts in NS run only through this year. Barring any further announcements, both Lee "
" Ye-chan and Son "
" Si-woo are approaching the age limit on duty. Neither player has yet confirmed their plans for next season.
