Nongshim RedForce secures Stage 2 playoff spot, staves off relegation threat

South Korean VALORANT organization Nongshim RedForce has achieved a critical milestone in the 2025 VCT season by securing their spot in the VALORANT Champions Tour 2025 - Pacific Stage 2 Playoffs. This feat comes on the heels of a commanding 2-0 victory over Gen.G Esports on August 8, 2025, a match that many considered a do-or-die scenario for the team’s playoff and relegation hopes.

VALORANT Champions Tour 2025 - Pacific Stage 2

Gen.G Esports

0

X

2

Nongshim RedForce

Group Alpha, Best of 3 - August 8, 2025 - 8:00AM

9

Lotus

13

12

Ascent

14

Gen.G Esports

player

Rating

ACS

K/D/A

+/-

K/D

KAST

ADR

HS%

FBSR

FB

FD

Karon

1.39

259

44/36/23

+8

1.22

69.1%

164.8

31%

50%

5

5

Ash

0.91

168

29/31/9

-2

0.94

64.9%

115.5

33%

75%

3

1

Foxy9

0.89

196

32/33/9

-1

0.97

70.3%

131.1

31%

55%

6

5

Munchkin

0.82

179

28/37/12

-9

0.76

60.7%

106.1

18%

36%

4

7

t3xture

0.71

160

29/37/3

-8

0.78

61.9%

108.8

24%

42%

5

7

Nongshim RedForce

player

Rating

ACS

K/D/A

+/-

K/D

KAST

ADR

HS%

FBSR

FB

FD

Dambi

1.39

277

45/33/15

+12

1.36

73.3%

161.5

23%

74%

14

5

Persia

1.28

237

43/30/13

+13

1.43

75.2%

143.5

33%

75%

3

1

Rb

1.03

202

37/29/10

+8

1.28

77.1%

132.0

27%

36%

5

9

Ivy

0.77

157

26/34/14

-8

0.76

76.4%

111.5

39%

29%

2

5

Francis

0.76

157

23/36/18

-13

0.64

72.9%

111.6

20%

25%

1

3

The Journey Through a Turbulent Season

The journey to the playoffs was not without hurdles. Nongshim RedForce’s regular-season form fluctuated, with notable victories against Rex Regum Qeon and Team Secret, but countered by defeats against teams like ZETA DIVISION and DRX. However, their resilience and ability to adapt were the main highlights when it mattered most. New additions to the roster like Goo "Rb" Sang-Min and coach So "sungmin" Seong-min injected fresh energy into the squad.

Playoff Qualification and Safety from Relegation

Securing a spot in the Stage 2 Playoffs is more than just an opportunity to chase the championship, it is a critical safeguard against direct relegation. As per the current VCT system, making the playoffs or finishing in the top 8 in Championship Points ensures that the team will have a chance to fight for and protect their spot in the VCT.

Nongshim RedForce have earned the crucial opportunity to protect their VCT spot by playing in the VCT Pacific Ascension 2025. This next phase will not only test their competitive mettle but also offer a pathway to secure their status within the Pacific league for the coming season.

As they head into the playoffs, the team will be watched closely as they still have an opportunity to avoid Ascension entirely if they qualify for VALORANT Champions Tour 2025 - Valorant Champions. By finishing in the top two of Pacific Stage 2 or securing enough Championship Points, Nongshim RedForce could guarantee their place in the league next season, further solidifying their reputation among Korea’s top VALORANT squads.

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