The first international stop for VCT 2026 teams is the Masters in Santiago, Chile. After the intense Kickoff tournament across four regions, Valorant fans are excited to witness some high-paced aces, clutches, and top-tier gameplay from the players. So, if you are excited for the Santiago event in VCT Masters 2026, we’ve got you covered. Here is everything about Valorant Masters Santiago 2026, including the qualified teams, schedule, tickets, format, and more.
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 Dates and Location
Masters Santiago is the first major global tournament in the VCT 2026 circuit. Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 will start on February 28, 2026. Here are the full tournament schedule and location details for Masters Santiago 2026:
- Swiss Stage dates: February 28 – March 5, 2026
- Playoffs dates: March 6 – 16, 2026
- Location: Espacio Riesco, Santiago, Chile
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 Teams and Rosters
In the Valorant Kickoff tournament, all four regions had an upper, middle, and lower bracket winner. These 12 teams are now participating in Valorant Masters Santiago 2026. Here is a list of all the teams and their roster members:
China
| Team Name | Seed | Players |
|---|---|---|
 All Gamers | 1st | f4ngeeR, Sh1mp, K1ra, Au1, iamgrq |
 Xi Lai Gaming | 2nd | NoMan, Rarga, WsLeo, Lysoar, happywei |
 EDward Gaming | 3rd | nobody, ZmjKK, Smoggy, CHICHOO, cb |
Pacific
| Team Name | Seed | Players |
|---|---|---|
 Nongshim RedForce | 1st | Rb, Dambi, Francis, Ivy, Xross |
 T1 | 2nd | stax, BuZz, Munchkin, Meteor, iZu |
 Paper Rex | 3rd | Jinggg, invy, f0rsakeN, d4v41, something |
Americas
| Team Name | Seed | Players |
|---|---|---|
 FURIA | 1st | nerve, eeiu, koalanoob, artzin, alym |
 G2 Esports | 2nd | BABYBAY, valyn, jawgemo, leaf, trent |
 NRG Esports | 3rd | brawk, mada, skuba, Ethan, keiko |
EMEA
| Team Name | Seed | Players |
|---|---|---|
 BBL Esports | 1st | Rosé, Crewen, Loita, Lar0k, lovers rock |
 Gentle Mates | 2nd | starxo, GLYPH, marteen, bipo, Minny |
 Team Liquid | 3rd | nAts, purp0, kamo, MiniBoo, wayne |
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 Tournament Format Explained: Swiss Stage and Playoffs
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 format splits into a Swiss Stage and a Playoffs bracket, and there is no room for slow starts. Four regional champions skip the opening gauntlet, while the rest fight for survival from day one. Which means, while the Kickoff champions are directly in the playoffs, four other slots are opened up for the eight teams. Here is how it all breaks down:
- Four regional 1st seeds receive a direct bye to Playoffs: All Gamers from China, Nongshim RedForce from Pacific, FURIA from Americas, and BBL Esports from EMEA.
- The remaining eight teams play in the Swiss Stage from February 28 to March 4.
- Swiss teams are G2 Esports, NRG, Gentle Mates, Team Liquid, T1, Paper Rex, Xi Lai Gaming, and EDward Gaming.
- Swiss opens immediately with four series: Gentle Mates vs EDward Gaming, T1 vs Team Liquid, G2 Esports vs Paper Rex, and Xi Lai Gaming vs NRG.
- All Swiss matches are best of three.
- The top four teams from the Swiss advance to the Playoffs.
- Playoffs run from March 6 to March 15 with eight teams total.
- The Playoffs use a double-elimination bracket format.
- Most Playoff matches are best of three.
- The Lower Final and Grand Final are best of five.
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 Schedule
The multi-week-long tournament will guarantee highly intense action between the best teams from all Valorant regions. Below is the full Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 schedule. We will update the brackets as the Swiss and Playoffs matches go on.
Swiss/ Group Stage Bracket (Best of 3)
| Match | Round | Record Bracket | Matchup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Round 1 | 0 to 0 | M8 vs EDG |
| 2 | Round 1 | 0 to 0 | T1 vs TL |
| 3 | Round 1 | 0 to 0 | G2 vs PRX |
| 4 | Round 1 | 0 to 0 | XLG vs NRG |
| 5 | Round 2 | 1 to 0 | Winner M1 vs Winner M2 |
| 6 | Round 2 | 1 to 0 | Winner M3 vs Winner M4 |
| 7 | Round 2 | 0 to 1 | Loser M1 vs Loser M2 |
| 8 | Round 2 | 0 to 1 | Loser M3 vs Loser M4 |
| 9 | Round 3 | 1 to 1 | Winner M7 vs Loser M5 |
| 10 | Round 3 | 1 to 1 | Winner M8 vs Loser M6 |
Playoffs Upper Bracket (Double Elimination)
| Match | Round | Matchup |
|---|---|---|
| UB1 | Quarterfinal | FURIA vs Swiss #4 |
| UB2 | Quarterfinal | BBL vs Swiss #3 |
| UB3 | Quarterfinal | Nongshim RedForce vs Swiss #2 |
| UB4 | Quarterfinal | All Gamers vs Swiss #1 |
| UB5 | Semifinal | Winner UB1 vs Winner UB2 |
| UB6 | Semifinal | Winner UB3 vs Winner UB4 |
| UB7 | Upper Final | Winner UB5 vs Winner UB6 |
Playoffs Lower Bracket (Double Elimination)
| Match | Round | Matchup | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| LB1 | Round 1 | Loser UB1 vs Loser UB2 | Bo3 |
| LB2 | Round 1 | Loser UB3 vs Loser UB4 | Bo3 |
| LB3 | Round 2 | Winner LB1 vs Loser UB5 | Bo3 |
| LB4 | Round 2 | Winner LB2 vs Loser UB6 | Bo3 |
| LB5 | Semifinal | Winner LB3 vs Winner LB4 | Bo3 |
| LB6 | Lower Final | Winner LB5 vs Loser UB7 | Bo5 |
| Grand Finals | Grand Final | Winner UB7 vs Winner LB6 | Bo5 |
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 Grand Prize and Breakdown
VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 features a total prize pool of 1,000,000 USD, distributed among all twelve participating teams. In addition to prize money, teams earn VCT Points based on final placement, which directly impact qualification for Valorant Champions 2026.
The largest share of both prize money and points is reserved for the tournament winner, while even lower-placed teams secure financial rewards. The winners will also get the Master’s trophy that comes with an illuminated core centerpiece.
Individual recognition is also awarded through a tournament MVP honor. Here is the full prize pool breakdown for VCT Masters Santiago 2026:
| Placement | Prize Money (USD) | VCT Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 350,000 | 6 |
| 2nd | 200,000 | 4 |
| 3rd | 125,000 | 3 |
| 4th | 75,000 | 2 |
| 5th to 6th | 50,000 | 1 |
| 7th to 8th | 35,000 | 0 |
| 9th to 10th | 25,000 | 0 |
| 11th to 12th | 15,000 | 0 |
- Valorant Masters Santiago MVP: TBA
How to Watch VCT Masters Santiago 2026
Players can watch the official Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 broadcast on VALORANT Champions Tour’s official Twitch and YouTube channels throughout the Swiss Stage and Playoffs. These streams will include full match coverage, including pre-show segments and post-match analysis.
Matches will follow the published schedule from February 28 through March 15, covering both the Swiss Stage and the double elimination Playoffs bracket. Viewers can also watch the event through partnered Valorant co-streamers on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok, offering alternative commentary and community-focused broadcasts. This includes streamers like Tarik, TenZ, Binks, and more. Here are the official VCT Masters Santiago 2026 streaming platforms:
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 Tickets and Live Audience Information
Masters Santiago 2026 will welcome a live audience at Espacio Riesco in Santiago, Chile, and tickets are already on sale. Players can get the VCT Masters tickets through PuntoTicket. Here are the venue details and Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 ticket prices:
Venue Details
- Location: Espacio Riesco
- Address: Av. El Salto 5000, 8440000 Huechuraba, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- The venue will host live matches, fan activations, community zones, and on-site experiences throughout the event.
Ticket Sale Information
- General Sale Date: December 10 at 12 PM CLST, 7 AM PT – Ongoing
- Official Ticketing Website: puntoticket
- Tickets are sold globally.
- International buyers must provide a passport or government ID to complete the purchase.
- Maximum of four tickets per checkout.
- VPN or private relay use may result in purchase restrictions.
Ticket Pricing
- Early Stage Weekdays
- Dates: March 2, 3, 4, 9, 10
- Platea Numerada Reserved Seating: 13,640 CLP, approximately 15 USD
- Platea General Admission: 9,999 CLP, approximately 11 USD
- Early Stage Weekends
- Dates: February 28, March 1, 6, 7, 8
- Platea Numerada Reserved Seating: 18,180 CLP, approximately 20 USD
- Platea General Admission: 13,640 CLP, approximately 15 USD
- Finals Stage Upper Final and Lower Bracket Final
- Dates: March 13 and 14
- Platea Numerada Reserved Seating: 22,725 CLP, approximately 25 USD
- Platea General Admission: 18,180 CLP, approximately 20 USD
- Grand Final
- Date: March 15
- Platea Numerada Reserved Seating: 27,275 CLP, approximately 30 USD
- Platea General Admission: 22,725 CLP, approximately 25 USD
Valorant Masters Santiago 2026 Pick’Ems Rewards and Details
VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 features Pick’Ems or predictions, allowing fans to submit match predictions throughout the event. Rewards are distributed based on final percentile ranking and overall bracket accuracy. Participants can earn exclusive in-game titles and cosmetic items depending on their performance. Here are all the rewards for the Masters Santiago 2026 Pick’Ems:
| Tier | Requirement | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Submit eligible predictions | “Cachando Todo” Title |
| Top 50 Percentile | Finish in top 50 percent | “¡Rico, Po!” Buddy |
| Top 20 Percentile | Finish in top 20 percent | Pick’Ems Master “¡Rico, Po!” Buddy |
| Perfect Bracket | Correctly predict entire bracket | “Perfect” Title |
That is everything you need to know about Valorant Masters Santiago 2026. Are you excited for the tournament? Let us know your favorite teams in the comments.
The champion earns 6 VCT Points, which contribute toward qualification for Valorant Champions 2026.
All Gamers, Nongshim RedForce, FURIA, and BBL Esports enter directly into the upper bracket as regional first seeds as Valorant Kickoff Winners.
Yes, the event is hosted at Espacio Riesco in Santiago, Chile, with tickets available for all stages.
Matches stream live on the official VCT Twitch and YouTube channels, as well as through partnered co-streamers on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok.
Ishan Adhikary
Ishan Adhikary
