Team Heretics Academy vs Movistar KOI Prediction 6 September 2026
๐ The spotlight in LES playoffs falls on a marquee clash between Team Heretics Academy and Movistar KOI. On paper, the โAcademyโ side enter as favourites, but Movistar KOI head into this matchup in sensational form. With a best-of-five format on tap, fans can expect a tense showdown, and itโs likely the winner will only emerge after a hard-fought battle.
Head-to-Head
๐ Team Heretics Academy hold a slight edge in recent form, with 10 wins to Movistar KOIโs 9. However, Movistar KOI have taken two of the last three head-to-head meetings: they edged a 3-2 victory in the LES on August 20, 2026, and claimed a 2-1 win on August 13. Hereticsโ only win in this stretch came with a 2-0 result back in May 2026.
Head-to-head statistics HRTS.A - MRS

Team Heretics Academy Team Overview
The โAcademicsโ head into this match following a narrow defeat to Movistar KOI (2-3). Prior to that, they delivered convincing wins over UCAM Esports Club (3-0), UB Alma Mater (2-1), and FALKE Esports (2-0). The team have showcased a balanced style of play and a level of consistency that allows them to dominate most opponents. However, in head-to-head encounters with Movistar KOI, they often fall short in crucial moments-a trend evident in recent clashes where they lost on the deciding maps. This time, they will be looking to break that pattern.
Match Results: Team Heretics Academy

Movistar KOI Team Overview
KOI are enjoying a phenomenal run of form, having strung together 11 consecutive victories in the LES, including impressive wins over Heretics (3-2), UCAM Esports Club (3-1), and Barรงa eSports (3-0). The team consistently shows grit and composure in clutch situations-evidenced by their back-to-back head-to-head triumphs against Heretics, both clinched on deciding maps. Given their current winning streak and surging confidence, KOI emerge as strong favourites heading into this matchup.
Match Results: Movistar KOI
โญ Editorโs Prediction
Given Movistar KOIโs outstanding run of form and their recent wins over Heretics, we believe KOI have the upper hand in this matchup. While Heretics remain a formidable opponent, they have struggled to close out key moments against Movistar KOI in their latest head-to-head clashes. We anticipate a closely contested series, though Heretics are certainly capable of springing a surprise. The main pick: Movistar KOI with a (+1.5) map handicap.