KOI - League of Legends

The Formation and Evolution of Movistar KOI

Movistar KOI, originally known as KOI, was established in December 2021 by renowned Spanish streamer Ibai Llanos and former FC Barcelona footballer Gerard Piqué. The organization quickly gained traction, amassing over 250,000 Twitter followers within six hours of its announcement. (esports.gg)

In October 2022, KOI merged with the established esports organization Rogue, leading to the rebranding of Rogue's teams under the KOI name for the 2023 season. However, this partnership was short-lived, and in November 2023, the collaboration was dissolved. (en.wikipedia.org)

The most significant development occurred in January 2024 when OverActive Media, the parent company of MAD Lions and Toronto Defiant, acquired KOI and Movistar Riders. This merger resulted in the formation of Movistar KOI, with the League of Legends European Championship (LEC) team rebranded as MAD Lions KOI. (en.wikipedia.org)

Movistar KOI's Impact in the LEC

Under the new banner, Movistar KOI has made a notable impact in the LEC. The team secured a third-place finish in the 2024 season, just behind Fnatic and G2 Esports. They qualified for the League of Legends World Championship 2024 Play-Ins, showcasing their growing prominence on the European stage. (esports.gg)

The roster features a blend of seasoned professionals and emerging talents, including top laner Alex "Myrwn" Villarejo Pastor, jungler Javier "Elyoya" Prades Batalla, mid laner Joseph "Jojopyun" Pyun, bot laner David "Supa" Martínez García, and support Álvaro "Alvaro" Fernández del Amo. The coaching staff is led by head coach Tomás "Melzhet" Campelos Fernández, with Quentin "Zeph" Viguié serving as assistant coach. (liquipedia.net)

Movistar KOI's journey reflects the dynamic nature of the esports industry, marked by strategic mergers and the continuous pursuit of excellence in competitive gaming.

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Written on May 2, 2025 3:35 PM