SK Gaming enters as underdogs with odds around 2.15 against G2 Esports who are favored at 1.65. G2 has demonstrated superior consistency in the 2026 LEC season with a 7-2 record compared to SK's 5-4 record, and their mid-lane carry has been instrumental in recent victories with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match begins at 7:45 PM UTC on January 19, 2026, which translates to 8:45 PM CET for European viewers and 2:45 PM EST for North American audiences.

The match will be played at the LEC Studio in Berlin, Germany, which serves as the primary venue for all European Championship matches and accommodates the broadcast production for the region's premier esports competition.

G2 Esports are predicted to secure victory with moneyline odds of 1.65 based on their current form and roster strength. Their bot lane has been particularly dominant in recent weeks, combining for an average of 12 kills per game, while SK Gaming's inconsistent early-game execution presents a significant disadvantage.

In their last 8 head-to-head encounters, G2 Esports lead the series 5-3 against SK Gaming. G2 has won 4 of their last 5 meetings, with an average game duration of 32 minutes favoring their scaling composition and macro play strengths.