Gen.G Takes Game 1 of Worlds Semifinal Against Invictus Gaming
Canyon's early Kha'Zix ganks helped Gen.G build a lead, and a Chemtech Soul pushed the team close to a 10,000 gold advantage.
Gen.G Esports won Game 1 of their semifinal series against Invictus Gaming at the 2026 League of Legends World Championship, according to inven.co.kr. The match was played at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen, Texas, on November 8, 2026.
Gen.G jungler Canyon played Kha'Zix and reached a 3/0/0 scoreline early in the game after a series of successful ganks in the mid lane, giving his team the first clear advantage of the series opener.
In the top lane, TheShy piloted Kled for Invictus Gaming against Kiin's Olaf. Ruler played Jhin for Gen.G, while Rookie picked Syndra for Invictus Gaming.
Gen.G secured a Chemtech Soul and pushed its lead to nearly 10,000 gold before closing out the game and taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
Quick answers
Who won Game 1 of the Worlds semifinal between Gen.G and Invictus Gaming?
Gen.G Esports won Game 1, closing out the game after securing a Chemtech Soul and building a lead of close to 10,000 gold.
Where was the semifinal played?
The match took place at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen, Texas.
Which champions did Canyon and Rookie play?
Canyon played Kha'Zix for Gen.G, while Rookie played Syndra for Invictus Gaming.