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TSM vs CLG returns July 24, 2026 for the LCS Classic, reviving the iconic NA rivalry that defined competitive League of Legends for a decade. The showmatch takes place at Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles during LCS Summer Split Opening Week.
TSM vs CLG. If those three letters mean something to you, you already know what's coming. Riot is bringing back one of the most iconic rivalries in competitive League of Legends history with the LCS Classic on July 24, 2026 at the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles.
This isn't just a nostalgia showmatch. It's a piece of NA esports history getting the send-off it always deserved.
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Long before Korean imports and international superstars dominated the scene, TSM and CLG were the two giants of North American League of Legends. Their battles during the early LCS seasons defined what NA competitive play looked like. Every series felt like a championship, every game felt like the last.
The two orgs pushed each other harder than any other matchup on the continent, across multiple splits, playoff runs, and international stages. For fans who watched from the beginning, TSM vs CLG wasn't just a match — it was NA's heartbeat.
Compare that era to recent history: from LYON's LCS Spring 2026 championship run to the tense playoff bracket that preceded it — the scene has evolved massively. But TSM vs CLG is where it all started 🏆.
The LCS Classic is a special exhibition event tied to the LCS Summer Split Opening Week. Legendary former players from both orgs return to Summoner's Rift for a nostalgic format designed to celebrate North American LoL history.
Event details:
🎟️ Tickets go on sale July 15 at 10:00 am PDT via Tixr.
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NA esports has had its share of tough international results, but the community has never stopped caring. After LYON's dramatic run at MSI 2026 — where they swept G2 before falling to HLE in a 3-2 classic — North America is back in the global conversation.
The LCS Classic lands at the perfect moment: LCS Summer Split kicks off the same week, and the nostalgia from TSM vs CLG 🎯 will set the tone for the entire split. Whether you're a day-one fan or discovered competitive LoL in the last few years, this is a matchup worth watching.
The LCS Classic is the perfect reminder that competitive LoL is about more than watching — it's about proving yourself on the ladder. Jump into LoL competitive play on Amber.gg and test your skills before July 24. The legends are coming back, and the ranked grind never stops 🔥.
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