Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports at VCT Pacific Stage 2: Best Betting Predictions

Owen Harsono Published 01/09/2026

The regular season of VCT Pacific is nearing its end, as Nongshim RedForce take on Global Esports in the upper bracket final of Stage 2. This Valorant match is an incredibly important one for Global Esports, as a win here will secure them a spot at VCT Champions 2026 — the final event of the year. Here are my Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports VCT Pacific predictions.

Sep 4 – 03:00

VALORANT

VCT 2026: Pacific Stage 2

Nongshim RedForce

1.55

Global Esports

2.35

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Sep 4 – 06:00

VALORANT

VCT 2026: Pacific Stage 2

VARREL

2.93

T1

1.37

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Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports Match Preview

• Tournament: VCT Pacific Stage 2
• Stage: Playoffs
• Game: Valorant
• Format: Best of 3

Betting tip: Global Esports have won at least one map throughout VCT Pacific Stage 2, which is a total of seven matches.

Our Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports pick: Global Esports +1.5 Maps @ 1.45

Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports Match Analysis

Before talk about the recent results of the two teams, let’s take a look at the stakes involved. Nongshim RedForce are already qualified for VCT Champions 2026 via Pacific Championship points, so they’re in a comfortable spot. On the other hand, Global Esports are yet to secure their ticket, but a win here would guarantee them a spot in the final tournament of the year. So, one team has way more to gain than the other.

Nongshim RedForce are on a hot streak, winning their last four matches. The thing is, they’ve taken down some really heavy hitters, including the likes of Gen.G, T1, and most notably, Paper Rex – one of the best teams in Valorant this year. They’ve essentially taken down the top teams in the region already, and Global Esports is, on paper, an easier opponent.

Image via VCT Pacific

Global Esports have a little win streak of their own at three. They took down KRX and found a very comfortable 2-0 victory over VARREL, which is a squad on the rise. They’re building up some good momentum heading into this upper bracket final, and we know they’re going to give it their all with the stakes involved.

Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports Betting Odds Snapshot

Above are the current Valorant betting odds via GG.BET.

Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports Betting Picks and Predictions

I believe Nongshim RedForce are favored to win the series based on their recent form. However, the motivation for Global Esports should be at an all-time high, as they definitely don’t want to miss out Champions in Shanghai.

I think the South Korean squad is still going to bag the win, but Global Esports won’t go down without a fight. The two teams have already played against each other in this same tournament, with Nongshim RedForce taking a 2-1 victory – not a clean sweep.

Image via VCT Pacific

Nongshim RedForce vs Global Esports Predictions

Sep 4 – 03:00

VALORANT

VCT 2026: Pacific Stage 2

Nongshim RedForce

1.55

Global Esports

2.35

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• Global Esports +1.5 Maps @ 1.45 odds
• Over 2.5 Maps @ 1.99 odds

Featured image credit: Global Esports

Owen Harsono

About Owen Harsono

Owen lives for competition, spending most of his gaming hours on Dota 2, CS2, and Valorant. A regular on the SEA Dota 2 leaderboards, he combines his first-hand experience with a deep passion for esports journalism, following the professional scenes of all three esports betting titles religiously. When he’s not writing, he’s most probably betting on esports and watching the latest events.

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