Team Secret Whales' (TSW) bottom laner, Eddie, issued a playful challenge to their Taiwanese rivals, PSG Talon and CTBC Flying Oysters (CFO), before the LCP 2025 lower bracket final on 20/9 at the Tien Son Sports Palace in Da Nang. The Vietnamese players stated that competing on home turf fuels their strength, motivation, and confidence, bolstered by the enthusiastic support of their large national fanbase.

TSW's bottom laner, Eddie. Photo: Quynh Tran

TSW's bottom laner, Eddie. Photo: Quynh Tran

TSW support, Taki, admitted to feeling nervous despite his experience competing in Taiwan and other international tournaments. He emphasized the immense motivation derived from the presence of fans, particularly for their captain, a Da Nang native. Playing in their home country for the first time adds a special significance to the competition.

Responding to the Vietnamese team's challenge with laughter, CFO's HongQ and PSG Talon's Maple accepted the gauntlet. Both acknowledged the memorable experience of competing in Vietnam, particularly in the vibrant coastal city of Da Nang. Despite their demanding training schedule, the Taiwanese players made time to savor the local cuisine.

PSG Talon's Maple returns to the League of Legends stage at LCP 2025, after a break from competition. Photo: Quynh Tran

PSG Talon's Maple returns to the League of Legends stage at LCP 2025, after a break from competition. Photo: Quynh Tran

HongQ praised the delicious Vietnamese food, noting similarities to Taiwanese cuisine. Maple expressed gratitude for the opportunity to return to the League of Legends stage and face off against the young talents of Vietnam's TSW.

PSG Talon and TSW will clash in the best-of-five lower bracket final on the afternoon of 20/9. During the pre-event press conference, tournament organizers expressed their hopes for a full five-game series, anticipating a historic moment for all three teams.

CFO's HongQ enjoys Vietnamese food and praises Da Nang's beauty. Photo: Quynh Tran

CFO's HongQ enjoys Vietnamese food and praises Da Nang's beauty. Photo: Quynh Tran

GAM Esports also sent words of encouragement to TSW, urging fans to unite in supporting the national Esports scene. Despite not participating in the final two matches, the entire GAM team will travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Tien Son Sports Palace in Da Nang to cheer them on.

Co-organized by Riot Games, FPT, and VNGGames, the LCP 2025 Finals Weekend boasts international production standards, including multilingual commentary and global live streaming. The event is expected to be a milestone in the development of Esports in Vietnam and for FPT Telecom.

The lower bracket final will take place at the Tien Son Sports Palace on the afternoon of 20/9, followed by the grand final at 4:30 PM on 21/9. LCP 2025 final tickets are available individually and as two-day combos with various benefits. Beyond the competition, LCP 2025 also features a cosplay contest and opportunities for fan interaction with the players.

Thy An