MIBR Eliminated by 100 Thieves in Esports World Cup Valorant 2026

The dream ended earlier than expected for Brazil in the competitive Valorant scene. MIBR.LOS said goodbye to the Esports World Cup 2026 this Friday, after being defeated by 100 Thieves in a tense best-of-three series that ended 2-1 for the North American squad.

The team, featuring star player Erick "Aspas" Santos, was the sole Brazilian representative in the tournament's Valorant bracket. According to coverage from IGN Brasil, this bitter result marks an early exit that few fans saw coming at this stage of the competition, especially given the team's intense preparation heading into the Riyadh event.

MIBR vs 100 Thieves Results: Fracture and Breeze

The matchup kicked off on very hostile grounds for the South Americans. The first map, Fracture—selected by 100 Thieves—showcased exactly why the North American roster is feared globally. We witnessed a complete stomp: 100 Thieves gave no breathing room, executing flawless site takes that suffocated MIBR's economy. The map concluded quickly with a massive 13 to 2 scoreline, leaving analysts on the official broadcast stunned by the sheer dominance.

Despite the initial shock and the looming threat of elimination, MIBR.LOS didn't throw in the towel. The second map, Breeze, delivered all the drama the Brazilian fans were hoping for. The squad managed to read their opponents' rotations much better and leveraged Aspas's aggressive peeks to secure early advantages. As stats highlighted on VLR.gg throughout the match, MIBR's clutch potential kept them afloat during the crucial mid-rounds. In a dramatic fashion, they tied the series with a hard-fought 13 to 10 victory, forcing the decider.

The Decider: Elimination on Haven

Everything came down to the third and final map: Haven. With momentum supposedly on Brazil's side, fans anticipated a neck-and-neck brawl. Unfortunately, the spark didn't last. The Brazilian team struggled to find their rhythm on defense, dropping several crucial rounds that shattered their economy. 100 Thieves systematically dismantled MIBR's crossfires, ultimately taking the map with a dominant 13 to 5 score. With that, the ticket to the next stage went straight to the North American squad.

For MIBR, the focus now shifts back to regional leagues and analyzing what went wrong in this international showing, specifically addressing the glaring defensive gaps. Meanwhile, the EWC Valorant 2026 moves on to the semifinals. The upcoming matches are locked in and promise some heavy action: 100 Thieves vs NS RedForce and BBL Esports vs NRG. We'll just have to sit back and watch who takes the trophy.

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