VALORANT Challengers 2026 North America: Stage 2 is an online North American VAL tournament organized by Riot Games and Liga ACE. Where 16 teams are competing for a prize pool of $49,500 USD, and a spot at VCL 2026 North America Stage 3.

Swiss Stage: March 23rd - April 22th, 2026
16-team Swiss System format
All matches are Bo3
Teams that reach 4 wins advance to Playoffs
Teams that reach 4 losses are eliminated
Bottom 3 teams are relegated

Playoffs: April 27th - May 7th, 2026
Double-Elimination bracket
All matches (excl. Lower Bracket Final and Grand Final) are Bo3
Lower Bracket Final and Grand Final are Bo5

VCL 2026 - North America: Stage 2

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