From September 12 to October 5, 2025, Paris will be home to Valorant’s biggest esports event, the VCT Champions 2025. Sixteen top teams will compete for glory in the exciting heart of France LiquipediaSI The tournament will take place at both Les Arènes de Grand Paris Sud (Evry-Courcouronnes) and Accor Arena. It promises exciting matches and memories that will last a lifetime (VLR.ggLiquipedia).

Tournament Formation & Qualification Flow

1. Qualification Pathways

The 16 participants come from the four VCT regions: the Americas, EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa), the Pacific, and China (HotspawnValorant Esports).

Each area gives:

• The two best teams from the Stage 2 Playoffs,

• And the two teams with the most Championship Points from the season (Valorant Esports).

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2. Group Stage (Sep 12–22, 2025)

• There are four GSL-style double elimination groups, each with four teams.

• Best of three matches.

• Advancement: The top two teams in each group move on to the playoffs.

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3. Playoffs & Grand Finals (Sep 25 – Oct 5, 2025)

• Format: A bracket with two chances to win.

1.Types of matches:

• Except for:All matches are Bo3

• Best-of-5 Lower Bracket Final and Grand Final end with an epic Grand Final where champions are made.

• Culminates in an epic Grand Final where champions are forged.

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Participant Countries – At a Glance

Here’s a simplified table to show how teams across regions earn their spot:

Note: The actual teams will be confirmed closer to the event via region-wide performance and Championship Points standings. 

Insider Tips for Readers

Teams’ Strategies & Preparation

• Get early qualification: Teams that move on from Stage 2 directly have less stress and can make changes to their plans without feeling rushed at the last minute.

• Getting the Most Championship Points: Even if you don’t make it to Stage 2 of the playoffs, you can still get in through points if you do well all season.

• Being able to adapt in group play: the GSL format makes you stronger—get ready for upsets and plan for redemption brackets.
  

Fans & Viewers: Making the Most of the Experience

• Mark key dates:
  
  • Group Stage: Sept 12–22
    
  • Playoffs: Sept 25–Oct 5
    
  • Grand Final: likely Oct 5 SIesports.gg
    
• Live attendance: Tickets often have per-person purchase limits and may be split by session—be prepared to plan ahead if aiming to attend multiple rounds Reddit+1.
  
• Online watching: All matches will be broadcast via official Valorant Esports channels—create watch parties for full immersion esports.gg.
  

Journalists & Content Creators

• Story arcs to explore:
  
  • Teams fighting back via Championship Points.
    
  • Underdogs in group-stage redemption.
    
  • Regional rivalries igniting in double-elimination scenarios.
    
• Human interest angles: Feature lineups, like GIANTX’s revamped roster aiming to return to Champions glory Cadena SER.
  

Final Thoughts

The VCT Champions 2025 – Paris is more than just a tournament. It’s a symphony of global representation, strategic endurance, and exciting story arcs, all set against the stunning backdrop of Paris. This edition is sure to have unforgettable stories and legendary plays, whether you’re analysing team strategies, blogging as a journalist, or cheering live from the arena.

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