Team Liquid Brazil has claimed victory at the VALORANT Game Changers Championship 2025, overcoming Shopify Rebellion Gold in a thrilling 3-2 showdown in the Grand Final. This win marks a significant achievement for Liquid as they thwart Shopify’s pursuit of a third consecutive title, having lost to them in the Grand Final two years prior.
Shopify Finds Redemption on Haven
Coming from the lower bracket, Shopify entered the Grand Final with a map veto disadvantage. Despite their struggles on Haven throughout the championship, Shopify managed to find their form after a challenging 5-7 first half, thanks to a crucial bonus round win. All players from Shopify enhanced their performance, but it was Sarah ‘sarah’ Simpson who shone the brightest as the highest-rated player, showcasing impressive stats as Sova.
Team Liquid Wins a Close Pearl Game
Pearl unfolded in a similar fashion, featuring a back-and-forth contest. The first half ended in a tight 6-6, but Team Liquid’s resilience paid off as they stole Shopify’s map pick with a 13-11 win. Letícia ‘joojina’ Paiva was instrumental for Liquid, delivering stellar plays and clutch moments that secured crucial rounds.
All Banger Games End on Split
The decisive match took place on Split, a map with historic significance as Shopify had previously defeated Liquid there to clinch a championship two years ago. However, this time, Liquid remained composed and executed their strategies flawlessly. With a 7-5 half and pivotal pistol round victories, Liquid secured their first Game Changers Championship trophy with a 13-8 win. The team’s IGL, Natália ‘daiki’ Vilela, was named MVP for her exceptional leadership and skill throughout the tournament.