OG vs Team Liquid — The International 2026 Western Europe Qualifier
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Match: Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Match Analysis
OG were heavy favourites entering the TI2026 Western Europe qualifier bracket, and we backed them to win convincingly against Team Liquid at the -1.5 handicap.
Why OG at -1.5
Draft versatility — OG’s captains have consistently shown the ability to draft for any meta, adapting mid-series in ways few teams can match. Their carry player had a 72% win rate on the current patch’s strongest heroes.
Liquid’s recent slump — The Dutch squad had dropped four of their last six series in the regional league, with notable issues in their early laning stage. Their offlane had been consistently punished in the 8–12 minute window.
Big-match experience — OG have two TI championships to their name. The pressure of a qualifier rarely affects their composure.
Result
OG dominated 2-0, with Liquid looking shaky throughout. The -1.5 handicap covered easily. Tip won at 2.10.