Fantastic Viewership as Fnatic Sweeps Rogue in LEC Playoffs
Fnatic’s playoff battle against Rogue in the League of Legends European Championship (LEC) drew in a peak viewership count of over 556,000 people, according to Esports Charts. The highly-anticipated matchup between the old kings of Europe and the region’s youngest team garnered significant attention.
Rogue, considered one of the brightest teams in the LEC, faced the first-place team, Fnatic, in a bid to secure their place at the top. However, Fnatic’s superior preparation and playoff experience proved too strong for Rogue, resulting in a stunning 3-0 sweep.
G2 Esports previously held the highest peak viewership for the LEC Summer Split with their dominant 3-1 series win over MAD Lions. Over 519,000 people watched this intense matchup.
Last year, Fnatic also dominated the top three LEC matches for peak viewership, with playoff matches against G2 and Schalke 04 leading the way. The 2019 LEC Summer Finals recorded almost 824,000 peak viewers.
Exciting Playoff Race Ahead
The LEC playoffs promise to be an exhilarating race for fans, with Schalke 04’s upcoming series against MAD Lions showcasing one of the most incredible miracle runs in League history. Additionally, G2 and Fnatic will clash in the LEC semifinals, likely leading to explosive showdowns.
Tune in to catch all the action of the LEC playoffs on Friday, Aug. 28.
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