Pre-matchWednesday, August 12, 2026

DN SOOPers vs Nongshim RedForce Prediction — LCK (Aug 12, 2026)

Q: Who is favored between DN SOOPers and Nongshim RedForce?

DN SOOPers are favored at 68% after winning 4 of their last 5 series, including a 2-0 victory over Nongshim RedForce.

Q: Which player will decide DN SOOPers vs Nongshim RedForce?

Clozer is the pivotal player, as his 9.4 KDA gives DN SOOPers a major advantage against Scout in the mid-lane battle.

By Draftlol Analysis Desk

DN SOOPers vs Nongshim RedForce prediction for LCK: model probability, head-to-head record and draft preview.

DN SOOPers38.5%

Pre-matchBo3LCK

Nongshim RedForce61.5%

Polymarketprobabilidad de mercado

DN SOOPers 38.5%61.5% Nongshim RedForce

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Polymarket

El mercado de predicción da a Nongshim RedForce el 62% de probabilidades de llevarse la serie. DN SOOPers parte como claro underdog con solo un 38%.

DN SOOPers 38.5%·Nongshim RedForce 61.5%

TL;DR: DN SOOPers 68% vs Nongshim RedForce 32%. DN SOOPers are favored because their explosive recent surge includes a decisive 2-0 win over Nongshim RedForce, while every member of their lineup enters in rising form. The season record still favors caution, but DN’s current cohesion and superior early-game profile make them the stronger side.

This is a sharply different matchup from what the overall standings suggest. DN SOOPers sit 10th with a 7W-25L record, yet they have won 4 of their last 5 series and arrive after sweeping Hanwha Life Esports 3-0 and Gen.G 2-0. Nongshim RedForce are 7th at 9W-20L, but their recent momentum has cooled: they lost 0-2 to DN and then fell 1-2 to HANJIN BRION. That head-to-head result matters because it showed DN can turn their current form into a clean series advantage.

DN’s edge begins in the early game, where their average gold differential is +2,662 against Nongshim’s +1,069, alongside 19.2 kills per game. Sharvel has been a major catalyst, posting a 6.1 KDA across the last 8 games while finding success on Qiyana, Lee Sin, and Xin Zhao. In mid lane, Clozer is the headline matchup: his outstanding 9.4 KDA and recent control-mage form on Orianna, Taliyah, and Cassiopeia give DN a reliable path to carry through coordinated fights. deokdam also commands attention with a 26.8% damage share and a 6.2 KDA, especially if Caitlyn or Jhin reaches the rift.

Nongshim’s clearest route is through Scout, whose +717 GD@15 and 26.0% damage share show that he can still create a mid-game carry angle. But Sponge is averaging -432 GD@15, a concern against DN’s aggressive jungle pressure. In draft, Orianna should remain a major ban after posting 78.4% presence and a 62.9% ban rate, while Varus is another likely removal at 76.9% presence. If available, DN may prioritize Ambessa as a flex B1 after its 60% WR in 5 games.

DN SOOPers should win this series because their recent form, early pressure, and stronger collective execution outweigh Nongshim RedForce’s standing advantage.