LOUD as the CBLOL Cup champion is the highlight of the Brazilian League of Legends scene in early March. The team secured the brand-new title after winning against RED Canids with a staggering 3-0 in the Grand Final, stamping their ticket to represent Brazil at First Stand 2026, which takes place in São Paulo.
The decision was contested last Sunday, March 1st, under the watchful eyes of thousands of fans at the Riot Games Arena. Beyond the glory of the trophy, the victory marks a historic moment for the organization, which adapted perfectly to the new competition format.
While the “Verduxa” prepares for the international stage, RED Canids and FURIA do not walk away empty-handed. By occupying second and third place, both teams secured spots in the Americas Cup, which begins later this week.
LOUD’s dominance in the CBLoL Cup Grand Final
The series, played in a Best of Five (Bo5) format, utilized the innovative Fearless Draft. In this system, champions chosen in one match cannot be repeated for the remainder of the series, which demands an absurd level of strategic depth from the teams.
In the first game, LOUD demonstrated superior tactical preparation right from the character selection phase. The team opted for a comfort composition, focusing all their resources on the bottom lane with the combo of Yunara and Lulu.
This choice allowed the Verduxa to extend fights and protect their carries efficiently. On the other hand, RED tried to respond with the pressure of Ashe and Seraphine, but LOUD’s focus on neutralizing the opposing botlane ended up being the decisive factor for the first victory.
The resilience of the “Comeback Team” in Game 2
The second clash of the series showed why LOUD received the nickname “Comeback Team” during this competition. RED Canids entered the server much more aggressively and managed to open clear leads, coming close to closing out the match and tying the series.
However, LOUD’s experience and composure spoke louder in high-pressure moments. Furthermore, RED ended up making a crucial mistake during an objective fight, ceding map space and match control to their opponents.
As a result, the Verduxa took advantage of the opening to turn the game around in an overwhelming fashion. With the score at 2-0, the team stood just one step away from lifting the trophy, while the “Pack” found themselves against the wall in a “do or die” situation.
The final blow and the title consecration
In the third and decisive game, RED Canids tried to bet on their “comfort picks” to attempt a historic reaction. The focus was entirely on the top lane, making fNb’s Gwen extremely powerful in the early minutes of the match.
Despite the localized advantage in the top lane, LOUD maintained emotional and tactical control of the map. As time went on, RED’s leads became scarce in the face of the Verduxa’s precise rotations, which dominated the team fights.
In this way, LOUD closed the series with an indisputable 3-0. The title of the first CBLOL Cup consecrates a roster that showed constant evolution and an enviable ability to adapt to the current League of Legends meta.
Brazil’s return to the international stage in São Paulo
LOUD’s conquest ensures the team the honor of defending the Brazilian flag at First Stand. The international event begins on March 16th and will be hosted at the Riot Games Arena itself, on São Paulo soil.
This event holds massive emotional weight for the Brazilian community. After all, the last time Brazil hosted a global LoL competition with all regions present was in 2017 during the MSI. At that time, the host cities were São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Curiously, in 2017, the Brazilian representative was none other than RED Canids, which featured the legendary duo brTT and Dioud. Now, in 2026, LOUD takes on that leading role, seeking to put Brazil back at the top of the world.
In short, LOUD’s victory in the CBLOL Cup is not just a trophy, but an assertion of power. The team arrives at First Stand with high morale and the support of the fans, ready to face the best teams from other global leagues.
