R6 South America League Kickoff 2026 — Full Preview
The South American Rainbow Six Siege scene is set to ignite as the SA League Kickoff 2026 gets underway from March 31 through April 11, 2026. This A-tier tournament brings together the ten best teams in the region, split across two groups, in a battle for early-season supremacy and crucial momentum heading into the rest of the competitive year.
South America has long been one of the most passionate and fiercely competitive regions in Rainbow Six Siege, and this kickoff event promises to deliver the high-octane, clutch-heavy gameplay the region is known for. With roster changes settled and teams hungry to make a statement, every match carries weight.
Quick Facts
- Dates: March 31 – April 11, 2026
- Region: South America
- Tier: A-tier
- Teams: 10 (2 groups of 5)
- Format: Group stage into playoffs
The Teams — Group by Group
The ten competing teams have been divided into two groups of five. Here is a breakdown of every squad heading into the tournament.
SA League Kickoff 2026 — Summary & Predictions
Event Overview
- Name: R6 South America League Kickoff 2026
- Dates: March 31 – April 11, 2026
- Region: South America
- Tier: A-tier
- Teams: 10 (2 groups of 5)
- Format: Round-robin group stage (Bo1) → playoffs
- Stakes: Top 4 qualify for BLAST R6 Major Salt Lake City
Group A
Teams: Black Dragons, FaZe Clan, Imperial Esports, LOS, Team Liquid
Team Snapshots
- FaZe Clan – Standard-bearers of SA R6, aggressive and coordinated, heavy firepower. Clear favorites to top Group A.
- Team Liquid – Methodical, utility-focused, consistently strong internationally. Very likely playoff team.
- Imperial Esports – Rising team with strong mechanics and chemistry; punishes mistakes, realistic 3rd-place contender.
- Black Dragons – Legacy org with experience and a deep map pool; dangerous on their day but underdogs vs FaZe/Liquid.
- LOS – High individual talent but inconsistent; needs peak form to escape the group.
Predicted Group A Standings
- FaZe Clan
- Team Liquid
- Imperial Esports
- Black Dragons
- LOS
Group B
Teams: Fluxo W7M, FURIA, INTZ, LOUD, Ninjas in Pyjamas
Team Snapshots
- LOUD – Star-studded, hyper-aggressive, thrives under pressure. Favorites to win Group B.
- Ninjas in Pyjamas – Veteran core, disciplined and structured; consistent contender for 1st–2nd in the group.
- FURIA – High-tempo, aim-heavy, volatile; capable of top 2 but prone to over-aggression.
- Fluxo W7M – New supercharged roster with top young talent; synergy is the question, upside is huge.
- INTZ – Experienced spoilers; unlikely to top the group but can upset favorites in Bo1s.
Predicted Group B Standings
- LOUD
- Ninjas in Pyjamas
